Entry Level Lab Processing Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysis
• Review and document acceptability of specimen and chain of custody forms
• Destroy specimens; as needed
• Clean and maintain work area daily
• Inspect all trash bags once aliquoting process is completed to ensure sample and document removal
• Process Triage request
• Assist Sample Handling area
• Prepare samples for shipment
• Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
• Must comply with company policy

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:

• High school education or Ged preferred

COMPETENCIES:

• Basic ability to use a computer
• Basic ability to understand laboratory technique and procedures
• Basic ability to communicate ideas
• Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies
• Basic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds
• Ability to have full body movement
• Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms

MENTAL/REASONING REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
• Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40) and CAP-FUDT guidelines
• Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
• Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment
• Ability to handle urine
• May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials

Work Hours - 10am-6:30pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, VA (Required)

Work Location: In person