The Opportunity
Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies.
The position of DOT GC-LC / MS Operator / Transcriptionist is within Toxicology located at Gretna, LA at Alere Toxicology Services.
In this role, the individual will be responsible for operating a Gas Chromatograph / Mass Spectrometer and LC-MS / MS for confirmatory testing in accordance with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations for all non-negative test results.
This job also requires the individual to perform QC duties.
What You’ll Work On
Process regulated samples that fall under SAMHSA / DOT regulations and are subject to interviews during NLCP inspection and / or audits
Operation of the GC / MS and / or LC-MS / MS instruments
Perform initial review of data
Preparation and extraction of samples for GC / MS and LC-MS / MS confirmation; as needed
Operate lab equipment necessary to perform extraction; as needed
Prepare validation samples for new controls, calibrators and reagents
Documentation of QC validation results
Storage of supplies and disposal of empty boxes; as needed
Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
Must comply with company policies
If the employee has worked in a laboratory for >
6 years and has a bachelor’s degree in science (>
4 years with a master’s degree), the individual may qualify as a supervisor.
Required Qualifications
BS degree in science or equivalent related field
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures
Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation
Ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies
Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems
Work Environment
Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials