Laboratory Technician

Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 1275 Brummel Ave Elk Grove Village IL 60007 View email address on click.appcast.io Laboratory Technician The Position: We’re looking for candidates to fill an entry level position Laboratory Technician I, this position will support the recovery and processing department. Job Type: Join our team as a Full Time Employee. Pay Rate: $35,000-$40,000 Responsibilities: Perform physical processing of incoming & returned cadaveric specimens. Prepare Paperwork for specimen processing. Take X-RAYS for new whole donors or newly procured segments with surgical scars on major joints of use. Assist with processing and procurement of whole donors. Prepare Paperwork for New Donors. Legibly and accurately record all data into forms/paperwork. Data entry of all notes and information into database system for tracking purposes. Upload Images (photos, fluoro scans, etc) and scanned Innoved forms into our data system. Upload specimen photos and forms to specimen records in database. Prepare specimens for special client requests when needed (clean/shave/water-bath/inject/etc). Log specimen issues and report to direct supervisor. Label and transfer cadaveric tissue between freezers. Frequently fast‑paced environment while having a high level of attention to detail. Able to work under changing conditions and urgent needs. Assist with freezer organization and tissue storage. Assist with general facility maintenance & cleaning. Adhere to all safety and compliance regulations and internal standards of procedure. Understand, enforce, and utilize safe lab practices and maintain a clean working environment and facility standards. Availability for occasional additional hours or weekend laboratory special events. Additional tasks to include assist other departments as needed, training provided. Requirements: A curiosity & a general comfort in working with human cadaveric specimen. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Team-oriented mindset. Self-motivated, professional and detail oriented. Proven ability to multi-task effectively. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills (both oral and written). Computer proficiency including working knowledge of MS Office Suite. Physical Demands: Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and stand for long periods of time, ascend and descend stairs. The above information on this job description and specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr