Laboratory Technician III

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services•Norman, OK

About The Position

About the Position: This position is responsible for supervising laboratory technicians and performing clinical and/or analytical laboratory testing, along with other duties as assigned. Essential Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: · Perform laboratory tests of varying complexity using established procedures on human, animal, or environmental specimens/samples to support diagnosis, prevention, treatment of disease, and/or surveillance and epidemiological activities. · Accurately record laboratory data in the laboratory information system, including patient demographics, specimen/sample collection, identification, preservation, processing, quality control measures, test results, and specimen referrals. · Report and verify test results using the laboratory information system in accordance with established protocols. · Provide consultation regarding the appropriateness of test orders and assist in the interpretation of test results. · Conduct statistical analyses and evaluate test results in relation to specimen/sample information and established reference standards. · Identify potential issues in testing processes and initiate corrective actions as necessary. · Adhere to laboratory quality control and quality assurance policies, routinely reviewing procedures and identifying factors that may negatively impact test performance. · Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and functional checks of electronic and mechanical equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results. · Evaluate and document the performance of laboratory personnel through direct observation of specimen/sample handling and test procedures. · Assess training needs of laboratory personnel and participate in or provide ongoing in-service training and education related to laboratory safety, testing procedures, and best practices. Job Type/Salary: · Posted: 01/28/2026-02/03/2026 · Full-time · Annual Salary is: $41,500/year - $19.951923/hour · Primary Working Hours are Monday – Friday 7:00am- 4:00pm · FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Minimum Qualifications and Experience: · Two (2) years of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures; or an equivalent combination of experience, substituting one college-level laboratory science course for each six months of required experience. · Open to GMH employees only. Special Requirements: · Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check. · Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license · Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements. · Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8. Exceptional Benefits Package Includes: · Generous State-Paid Benefits Allowance for insurance premiums. · Multiple Health Insurance Plans with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions. · Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care. · Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs to support your well-being. · Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays + 15 days of vacation & sick leave in the first year. · Retirement Savings Plan with employer match. · Longevity Bonus for years of service. · Student Loan Repayment Options to support your financial future. · Ongoing Training & CEU Opportunities to advance your career. About us: Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH), located in Norman, Oklahoma, is the adult treatment center for the ODMHSAS and serves all 77 counties. GMH offers community crisis stabilization and residential treatment for individuals experiencing substance use, co-occurring mental health issues, and trauma-related conditions. Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Pre-Placement Testing: Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result. THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME . Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Two (2) years of experience in laboratory work performing laboratory procedures; or an equivalent combination of experience, substituting one college-level laboratory science course for each six months of required experience.
Open to GMH employees only.
Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license
Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests of varying complexity using established procedures on human, animal, or environmental specimens/samples to support diagnosis, prevention, treatment of disease, and/or surveillance and epidemiological activities.
Accurately record laboratory data in the laboratory information system, including patient demographics, specimen/sample collection, identification, preservation, processing, quality control measures, test results, and specimen referrals.
Report and verify test results using the laboratory information system in accordance with established protocols.
Provide consultation regarding the appropriateness of test orders and assist in the interpretation of test results.
Conduct statistical analyses and evaluate test results in relation to specimen/sample information and established reference standards.
Identify potential issues in testing processes and initiate corrective actions as necessary.
Adhere to laboratory quality control and quality assurance policies, routinely reviewing procedures and identifying factors that may negatively impact test performance.
Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and functional checks of electronic and mechanical equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
Evaluate and document the performance of laboratory personnel through direct observation of specimen/sample handling and test procedures.
Assess training needs of laboratory personnel and participate in or provide ongoing in-service training and education related to laboratory safety, testing procedures, and best practices.

Benefits

Generous State-Paid Benefits Allowance for insurance premiums.
Multiple Health Insurance Plans with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs to support your well-being.
Paid Time Off – 11 paid holidays + 15 days of vacation & sick leave in the first year.
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
Longevity Bonus for years of service.
Student Loan Repayment Options to support your financial future.
Ongoing Training & CEU Opportunities to advance your career.

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