Toxicology Laboratory Technician

Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics is looking for a Toxicology Laboratory Technician to join our team. SUMMARY: Toxicology Laboratory Technician promotes a positive patient experience assisting in specimen processing, laboratory testing, analysis of data, and reporting test results. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Able to accession and extract biological samples for testing Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results Prepare stock solutions, internal standard, solvents, quality control, and reagents Perform routine maintenance on immunoassay instrument, LC/MS/MS, and lab equipment as recommended by manufacture Able to evaluate data statistically by calculating precision, deviations and percentage Maintain records which demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens Enters patient demographics, orders appropriate tests, and report toxicology data using LIMS or LIS system Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations Follow laboratory policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance Be able to identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or notify the appropriate supervisor Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word Must type 35 wpm Knowledge of laboratory safety practices Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards Meticulous attention to detail Ability to work as a team and independently by guiding oneself with little or no supervision EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor of Science degree in biology, chemistry, or laboratory science One (1) year of clinical laboratory experience in a moderate and/or high complexity testing environment. Experience with analyzing, reviewing, and processing data chromatography BENEFITS OFFERED: 3 Medical Plans 2 Dental Plans 1 Vision Plan Employee Assistance Program Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Basic and Voluntary Life with AD&D Plan 401(k) with a 2-year vesting PTO + Holidays Please visit our website for more information: Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics is an outpatient clinic network serving the greater local Houston, TX area. Our teams strive to deliver personalized and compassionate care to meet our patients' individualized needs. At MPO, we continue to seek talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference and developing their clinical skillset. Come join our team at Minivasive Pain and Orthopedics and unlock your potential for excellence. Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr Minivasive Pain & Orthopedics