Lab Tech

Huntington Comprehensive Treatment Center • Huntington, WV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Technician works in an outpatient Opioid Treatment Program and is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting results in accordance with laboratory procedures. The role maintains records of patient test results, primarily completes and records drug screen analyses, and helps manage patient flow throughout the building. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, at Huntington Comprehensive Treatment Center in Huntington, West Virginia.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Medical experience is required.
• Documentation of training appropriate for the testing performed before analyzing patient specimens.

Nice To Haves

• Experience drawing blood and/or recording drug screen analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily quality control on test equipment and ensure reagents, calibrators, and controls perform within guidelines.
• Verify controls and tests on equipment and approve them in the LIS.
• Review, report, and print control and patient results daily.
• Review and log daily quality-control temperatures for instruments, refrigerators, and charts.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment.
• Receive and set up DSAs for testing.
• Order laboratory supplies in a timely manner.
• Verify expiration dates and ensure appropriate supply levels are ready for use.
• Check collection dates on processed DSAs in holding refrigerators and dispose of them in a timely manner.
• Assist the laboratory director as needed to ensure the laboratory runs smoothly.
• Clean laboratory areas and equipment.
• Assist with patient flow throughout the building.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Early morning hours offering a work/life balance.
• Opportunity for growth.
• Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED