Laboratory Technician Medical 8345

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for permPosition : Laboratory Technician Medical 8345Location : Calabasas Hills CA Schedule 8am-6 : 30pm Sunday-Tuesday and Friday.

Projected duration : 6 months + potential extensions + potential for permJob code : CVDJP00028345 Entry Level, will train! pay rate - $22 to $25 per hourBenefits are available Required Education / Degree : Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology or related fields of science from an accredited institution which includes a minimum 12 semester hours of chemistry preferably including at least one course of organic chemistry.

Must have proof of degree or official transcripts meeting requirements. Position Summary : The primary functions are to perform technical activities in the laboratory related to tests on human specimensand to record laboratory data while working under the technical oversight of a California-licensed ClinicalLaboratory Scientist.Essential Job Duties :

Assists in specimen testing under direct and constant supervision according to established procedures,working under the technical oversight of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and in compliance with CAregulatory restrictions.

Uses automated and / or digital devices such as timers or thermometers inperforming tasks.

Records dates of receipt, in use, and expiration for all reagents, kits, controls, and standards used forassigned assays.

Ensures material used is not expired prior to use.

• Pipettes using pre-set devices, calibrated and approved automatic devices or fixed volume dispensers.
• Performs, under direct supervision, preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment, documents PMappropriately, makes minor repairs and immediately contacts appropriate personnel for problemsrequiring more complex repairs.
• Develops an ever-increasing understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance oflaboratory results.
• Adheres to the standard operating procedures and safety requirements of Esoterix, CLIA, CAP and otherregulatory bodies.
• Documents all activities as necessary using good documentation practices (Examples include preventativemaintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, and quality control) to ensure regulatorycompliance.
• Follows any other job-related instructions and performs any other job related duties requested by departmentmanagement.

Summary : The main function of a lab technician is to perform pre-analytical testing on patient samples under the direct and constant supervision of a medical technologist.

Job responsibilities : Set up, maintain and clean working areas. Aliquot patient samples using pre-calibrated pipetting devices.

Aliquot reagents using automated liquid handling devices. Review and resolve pending and overdue testing. Build batches of aliquoted patient samples for analysis.

Maintain and clean laboratory equipment used in processing including performing preventative maintenance in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Reset and resolve errors caused by equipment failures. Skills : Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.

Basic ability to work independently and manage on time. Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to locate and resolve problem specimens.

Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record data. Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory sciences or medical technology or related fields of science from an accredited institution which includes a minimum of 12 semester hours of chemistry preferably including at least one course of organic chemistry.

0.2 years experience required.