Lead Laboratory Technologist

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics•Centennial, CO

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About The Position

The Lead Laboratory Technologist performs laboratory testing according to prescribed procedures, calculates test results when necessary, and operates, calibrates, checks, and maintains laboratory analyzers and equipment. The role includes preparing and evaluating reagents and media, carrying out quality-control procedures, assessing results, and taking corrective action when indicated. The technologist also helps determine performance specifications for new methods and confirms and verifies results using knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and analyzers. The position monitors quality assurance and continuous improvement programs, as well as safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations. It uses laboratory information systems or other methods to report patient results accurately and effectively, writes laboratory procedures in a standardized format, and reports test results according to established procedures. The role may involve instructing subordinate technologists in medical laboratory testing. This is a full-time position scheduled Wednesday through Saturday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Compensation is $29.00–$38.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to work in a high-stress, high-volume environment.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology.
Knowledge of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology principles as related to medical technology.
Some knowledge of recent developments in medical technology.
Previous sterility experience.
Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and make accurate observations and records of test results.
Skill in using medical laboratory equipment.
Advanced computer, scientific, mathematical, and organizational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Nice To Haves

Microbiology experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform tests across laboratory specialties according to prescribed procedures.
Calculate test results when necessary.
Operate, calibrate, perform checks on, and maintain laboratory analyzers and equipment.
Recognize and correct basic analyzer malfunctions and notify management personnel when appropriate.
Prepare reagents or media according to prescribed procedures.
Evaluate media, reagents, and calibrators against established criteria.
Conduct quality-control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluate results and implement corrective action when indicated.
Determine performance specifications for new methods.
Confirm and verify results using knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers.
Monitor quality assurance and continuous improvement programs.
Monitor safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations.
Use laboratory information systems or other methods to report patient results accurately and effectively.
Write laboratory procedures in a standardized format.
Report test results according to established procedures.
Instruct subordinate technologists in areas of medical laboratory testing.