Sample Preparation Scientist (SPS)/Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS)
About The Position
Our Company Dominion Diagnostics is the premier provider of comprehensive clinical quantitative urine and blood drug testing, medication monitoring, and support services nationwide. Serving hundreds of clients in a variety of medical specialties, we provide actionable information to improve patient care and medical outcomes in the treatment of Chronic Pain and Addiction Medicine. www.dominiondiagnostics.com Our Core Values Integrity Accountability Accuracy We have several employee recognition programs and were awarded Best Places to Work in RI for the past 4 years in a row and recognized as a Great Place to Work for the second consecutive year in March 2025, as well as Great Place to work in Health Care for 2024 and 2025. https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7079445 Excellent Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with an employer match, paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and other voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance. In addition, an annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based on organizational and individual performance. This position is bonus eligible! Employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes resources for work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation and referrals for emotional support/counseling. Position Summary: This entry-level position is for a Sample Preparation Scientist in a CAP-Accredited high-throughput clinical toxicology laboratory. The SPS is responsible for the preparation of urine and oral fluid samples for drug confirmation testing using LC-MS/MS technology. Duties include organizing and processing samples for batched assay testing using robotic liquid handling instrumentation, preparing patient sample dilutions, and submitting batches to LC-MS/MS instrumentation. The SPS may also prepare reagents as needed used during the shift. Full-time: Monday through Friday, every other Saturday from 4 pm to 12 am.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science
- OR· Bachelor’s in Biological Science or Chemical Science: Transcripts subject to review.
- Excellent laboratory skills and analytical mindset
- Strict attention to detail and quality procedures
- Strong organizational skills
- Commitment to both our clients and their patients to provide the most accurate test results possible, in a timely fashion
- Ability to stand for periods of time
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Oral Communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations. Listens to understand.
- Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively.
- Professional: Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect
Responsibilities
- Prepares samples for analysis using complex instrumentation, including automated liquid handlers
- Ensures proper handling of patient samples.
- Basic LCMS instrument operations
- Maintains a testing workflow to ensure accurate and timely lab reporting.
- Documents all corrective and preventative action in all testing procedures using good documentation practices.
- Maintains complete and accurate records of all instrument logs and laboratory records.
- Works to build knowledge, understanding, and proficiency of all laboratory instrumentation and maintenance and troubleshooting, including but not limited to robotic handling and LC-MS/MS.
- Assists in performing other duties in the laboratory, when needed.
- Assists in training new employees
- Prepares solutions, reagents, standards, and controls in accordance with the laboratory’s documented standard operating procedures.
- Follows all safety, HIPAA and regulatory compliance standards
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- a 401(k) plan with an employer match
- paid time off
- employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
- tuition and continuing education reimbursement
- other voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance
- an annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based on organizational and individual performance
- Employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes resources for work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation and referrals for emotional support/counseling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
