Laboratory Technician

Work at TASC•Rockford, IL

2d•$39,000 - $40,000

About The Position

At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Safe Communities), our mission is to build a healthier, safer, more just society. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through the use of SPECIALIZED CASE MANAGEMENT, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities. Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety, and justice are synonymous with hope. We are TASC! In this position, you will be part of TASCs agency infrastructure, whose departments collectively assure the overall quality, fiscal responsibility, effectiveness, and impact of TASCs work, and work to advance our mission to build a healthier, safer, and more just society. We are currently looking for a Full-Time Lab Tech Starting at $39,000 - $40,000 contingent upon experience, education, etc. Position Summary: As a Lab Technician, you will be responsible for collecting and preparing specimens for routine laboratory testing. This includes data entry, communication with staff and clients, managing lab inventory, and ensuring all protocols and safety standards are followed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
One to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination
Knowledge of standard lab practices and safety protocols
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to work with a diverse population
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet-based applications
Availability to attend meetings and support lab operations at various sites as needed

Nice To Haves

One year of laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operates automated chemical analyzer (spectrophotometer) to detect the presence of drugs or alcohol
Run daily standards and controls, calibrate equipment, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure testing accuracy
Monitors instrument performance and proactively notifies supervisor or specialized vendors of necessary technical service or repair
Maintain inventory of reagents and supplies for analyzer
Prepares solutions and reagents for routine operation of analyzer
Distribute laboratory reports to case managers and partner organizations
Communicate with caseworkers, clients and support staff regarding test results/reports
Validate and record testing data within the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Observing or performing the collection of urine or oral fluid samples
Follow department safety policies and procedures, especially universal precautions
Participate in required training
Perform other duties as assigned