Toxicology Laboratory Assistant

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Are you looking to embark on a new challenge The possibilities are endless when start your career at Labcorp! We would love to discuss the exciting opportunities you will encounter when you join our Toxicology team as a Laboratory Assistant. In this position you will work in a patient focused fast paced and inspiring environment.

The Toxicology Department is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to work in our laboratory. The candidate will receive on-the-job training for the pre-analytical preparation and support of patient sample testing. The Laboratory Assistant will primarily retrieve aliquot and route samples for confirmation testing monitor email requests and ensure the department is clean and stocked.

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 6:00 am 2:30 pm (Some Overtime is required)

Work Location: Phoenix AZ

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information please click here

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Locate retrieve aliquot and track movement of samples (primarily urine) for initial testing and confirmation testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around time.
• Prepare all paperwork racks and controls for the Hamilton process; use Good Documentation Practices (GDP) in all documentation.
• Verify name(s) identifier(s) and container location/movement; apply labels appropriately.
• Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimens and handle appropriately; identify and flag problem samples.
• Sort and forward all accessioned samples requested for confirmation and repeat testing; tracking all movement through the database.
• Maintain a clean well-stocked organized area.
• Maintain clean glassware.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including but not limited to reagent logs temperature logs disinfection logs and assay SOPs.
• Support the preparation of laboratory reagents according to established department standard operating procedures and established time frames as needed.
• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures including safety and quality standards.
• Promote a positive work environment and team participation.
• Participate in the instruction and training of others; demonstrate and/or explain the testing process to trainees.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills including interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time.
• Excellent problem resolution skills.
• Work effectively in a fast paced production environment to meet established turn-around times.
• Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy efficiency and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently within a team under general supervision.
• Ability to work overtime as required by departmental needs.

Benefits: All job offers will bebased on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience applicabledegrees/certificationsas well as internal equity and market full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(K) ESPP Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO) Commissions and Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information pleaseclick here.

If youre looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth continual development professional challenge and the chance to make a real difference apply today!

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