LCMS Instrument Technologist Trainee- 3rd Shift

Labcorp • Saint Paul, MN

6h • $21 - $23

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Technologist Trainee join our team in St. Paul, MN. Work Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday, 9:00pm -7:30am Shift: 3rd, this position is eligible for a shift differential New Grads Welcome – Full Training Provided Job Responsibilities Work with LC-MS/MS instrumentation utilizing a cloud based processing platform, Ascent. Receive extracted specimens for testing; evaluate batches and test orders; determine priority of work for these batches in order to maintain acceptable turn‑around‑time This position requires large amounts of daily electronic data analysis, done on computer stations outside of the laboratory Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimen(s) within a batch or within a set of Hamilton Deck Mates (4 batches) and handle appropriately Adhere to SOP while performing data analysis on patient and proficiency samples as well as calibration, quality control and blank samples Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy; recognize and correct errors and unusual results; interpret results to produce a final report Follow quality control rules; monitor controls / calibration for error detection within batch along with trends within QC sets of an assay and take appropriate corrective action as needed Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation / work area; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including, but not limited to, instrument logs, maintenance logs, disinfection logs and assay SOPs Follows a proactive approach to assay performance and instrument performance to prevent downtime and delay of reporting results to clients and patients Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes Use Good Documentation Practiced (GDP) in all documentation Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency Participate in the instruction and training of others; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to others or observe the testing process as performed by others At Labcorp we have a passion in helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcor p could be a great next career step!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
• Previous clinical laboratory te sting experience is not required
• Proficient with computers
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• High level of attention to de ta il alon g with s trong communication and organ iza tional skills
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs

Nice To Haves

• ASCP or AMT certification
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work with LC-MS/MS instrumentation utilizing a cloud based processing platform, Ascent.
• Receive extracted specimens for testing; evaluate batches and test orders; determine priority of work for these batches in order to maintain acceptable turn‑around‑time
• This position requires large amounts of daily electronic data analysis, done on computer stations outside of the laboratory
• Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimen(s) within a batch or within a set of Hamilton Deck Mates (4 batches) and handle appropriately
• Adhere to SOP while performing data analysis on patient and proficiency samples as well as calibration, quality control and blank samples
• Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy; recognize and correct errors and unusual results; interpret results to produce a final report
• Follow quality control rules; monitor controls / calibration for error detection within batch along with trends within QC sets of an assay and take appropriate corrective action as needed
• Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation / work area; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including, but not limited to, instrument logs, maintenance logs, disinfection logs and assay SOPs
• Follows a proactive approach to assay performance and instrument performance to prevent downtime and delay of reporting results to clients and patients
• Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes
• Use Good Documentation Practiced (GDP) in all documentation
• Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency
• Participate in the instruction and training of others; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to others or observe the testing process as performed by others

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock P urchase Plan.
• Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level