Forensic Technologist Trainee

Shift Options:

1st - Mornings

2nd - Afternoon/Evenings

3rd- Overnight

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive urine, oral fluid, and blood specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around-time
• Pipetting and extracting urine, oral fluid, and blood samples to be analyzed using various extraction techniques
• May pipette standard calibration lines and assist with daily start up tasks
• Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimens and handle appropriately
• Use quality control samples and proficiency samples
• Follow quality control rules; monitor controls for error detection and take corrective action; maintain laboratory records, maintenance logs, quality control charts, reagent and standard logs, and worksheets
• Maintain and clean laboratory equipment; perform scheduled and as needed maintenance and critical function checks recognizing significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
• Perform all duties according to standard operating procedures and/or supervisor instruction
• Maintain a fully operational understanding of chain of custody processes within the lab
• Deliver quality patient care in the form of diagnostic and occupational testing while maintaining efficiency
• Perform preventative maintenance and quality control with appropriate documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology
• Previous experience is not required at Technologist Trainee level
• Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience is required for Technologist level
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time
• Excellent problem resolution skills
• Work effectively in a fast paced production environment to meet established turnaround times
• Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently within a team under general supervision

About our Company: MedTox Laboratories, a Labcorp Specialty Testing Group, located in the Roseville / New Brighton area operates a SAMHSA-certified drug testing laboratory and CAP and CLIA-certified clinical laboratory. Our comprehensive laboratory and testing services coupled with our commitment to excellent customer service ensures that our clients’ testing programs operate as efficiently and effectively as possible. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients; being responsive to their questions and adaptable to their needs.