Job Summary
The lab technician is responsible for supporting our laboratory staff with the primary goal of optimizing lab procedures
Key Responsibilities
- Be the lab processing expert for an average of 30 ongoing trials, each with their own procedures and requirements for processing, storage, and shipping
- Perform blood draws
- Perform vitals, EKG’s and other study procedures as directed by Study Coordinator
- Review and implement each study’s laboratory manual
- Work with the clinical team to review lab requirements, tests, set up, and address queries
- Provide overview of the lab requirements at study review meetings
- Work with vendors to order supplies and set up local lab tests, normal ranges, and requisitions
- Maintain daily records of temperatures for drug rooms, refrigerators, and freezers
- Assist in scheduling equipment calibration
- Disinfect lab and exam rooms daily
- Inspect exam rooms daily for needed supplies and dispose of any biohazard and sharps containers
- Ensure lab certifications are up to date and regulations are followed
- Work with the Study Manager to perform ongoing quality audits of lab
Qualifications
Must have lab processing experience
Must have phlebotomy experience (adult and pediatric)
Able to maintain an organized lab environment as well as appropriate documentation
Strong attention to detail
Able to work independently
Provide a comfortable and friendly environment for patients
Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
Ability to communicate effectively
Education and Experience
High school diploma, some college preferred
Experience in hospital, clinical setting preferred
Wage: $21.00 – $22.00 per hour