R&D Technician - Prototyping, Testing & Analysis

Grade 2 - PST meets minimum requirements and experience for client office and roving (with limited locations) positions, and patient service centers offering minimal services.
Skill and comprehension level required for this category: Phlebotomy certification (where required) from an accredited agency, and a minimum of one year verifiable phlebotomy experience. Exhibit proficiency in blood collection by venipuncture and capillary technique from patients of all age groups, and urine drug screen collections. Able to grasp a firm understanding of the importance of compliance and safety as outlined during new hire orientation and annual training.
Skill Requirements
Administrative: Answer telephones, maintain logs/records, organizational skills, proficiency with numbers, research information, time management, use computerized databases, written and verbal communications.
Machine: Personal computer.
Physical Demands: Speech clarity, utilization of fingers and hands, standing-remaining on one’s feet in an upright position, sitting-remaining in the normal seated position, handling-seizing, holding, grasping. Moderate physical effort (up to 30 pounds); must comply with applicable safety procedures.
Working Conditions: Possible exposure to infection from disease-bearing specimens; regularly exposed to the risk of blood-borne diseases; must comply with applicable safety procedures.
Vision Requirements: Far acuity-ability to see clearly at 20 feet or more; near acuity-ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less; depth perception-ability to judge distance and space relationships; color vision-ability to distinguish and identify different colors.
License/Certification/Education: Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one year of verifiable phlebotomy experience. Normally requires a Valid Driver’s License along with a clean driving record.

Job Description

This position is NonExempt. Hours over 40 will be paid at Time and a Half. 1. Performs a variety of duties in the electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, chemical, or optical areas.;
2. Builds or assembles prototype materials, components, subassemblies and assemblies.;
3. Constructs, operates, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, maintains and tests equipment, systems or products.;
4. Works from schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions.;
5. Performs tests, analyzes data and writes reports;
6. Reviews or develops processing or manufacturing instructions.;
7. Maintains detailed documentation through all phases of development, testing and analysis.;
8. May assist in the transfer of technology and/or contribute in cross-functional discussions regarding device performance allegations.
Two-year degree with 2+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and technical work experience. May also require a license or certification in the area of expertise.
Applies knowledge of technical concepts and practices, and a complete understanding of product or systems fundamentals in a functional area, and working knowledge of other related disciplines. Utilizes/interprets advanced numerical and statistical data and computer software programs to present documentation and analysis and resolve complex problems. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
(Cognitive Skills) Performs complex technical assignments usually without established procedures. Assists in the design, development, evaluation or modification of all area-specific equipment, materials, systems, and/or product. May determine types of tests or develop preventative maintenance plans assignments require considerable judgment, initiative, creativity and leadership in troubleshooting, suggesting alternatives, and making recommendations for continuous quality improvement methods.

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