Lab Technician

Position Responsibilities:
Prepare biological specimens for testing in various departments including but not limited to hematology urinalysis serology chemistry endocrinology parasitology cytology and coagulation
Use high-throughput automated analyzers microscopes and other diagnostic equipment to test various sample types including but not limited to whole blood serum urine and feces
Set up and execute laboratory tests review results and release findings in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on analyzers including but not limited to daily weekly monthly and as needed maintenance
Perform basic analyzer troubleshooting techniques on one major department analyzer
Review and accept daily Quality Control reports and weekly Levey-Jennings charts
Handle and store all biological specimens in accordance with ZRL Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace
Properly handle and dispose of medical and biohazardous waste while adhering to all applicable regulatory guidelines
Consistently and properly fill out laboratory logs including but not limited to maintenance logs environmental logs and cleaning logs
Maintain several types of records including but not limited to medical records courier logs and manifests
Prepare biological specimens for shipment to offsite testing facilities adhering to all standards set forth by regulatory bodies including the Department of Transportation (DOT)
Receive store and log all laboratory and office supplies into designated locations
Operate and maintain secondary laboratory equipment including but not limited to centrifuges pipettes heating blocks and slide stainers
Understand and follow SOPs and training modules set forth by *** Reference Laboratories
strong stylefont-size: 10pt;Education / Experience:
MT MLT CVT/RVT 4-year degree
MT or MLT: 0 to 5 years of lab experience
CVT/RVT: 1 to 5 years of lab experience.
2-year degree: 1 to 5 years of lab experience.
4-year degree: 1 to 5 years of lab experience
Physical and Time requirements:
Able to sit and stand for long periods
Able to lift to 50lbs
Flexible hours and overtime may be required

Required Experience:

IC