Clinical Lab Technician Invitae Entry level

Invitae now part of Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Lab Technician to join its team in San Francisco CA. Under supervision of licensed personnel this role will support diagnostic testing on patient specimens using a variety of molecular assays and platforms. The position requires to work on-site work at our San Francisco location with flexibility to work overtime and on off-schedule days as needed. This is a great entry level opportunity to join an innovative laboratory and receive training that will help the individual grow in a career in the molecular diagnostics field.

The schedule for this position will be: 1st shift: Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3:30pm.

Address: 1400 16th Street San Francisco CA 94103

Responsibilities:

• Assist licensed CLS personnel who are performing clinical test protocols using established procedures (in accordance with state regulations)
• Identify any issues that may adversely affect the quality of test results and escalates these to appropriate representatives to ensure prompt resolution
• Identify prioritize and prepare all clinical samples while ensuring viability and sample integrity throughout the test process
• Maintain inventory and organization of specimen samples in the freezer
• Prepare and label tubes and plates according to established protocols
• Prepare clinical samples for testing and identify sample related issues
• Assist coordinating documentation
• Monitor and maintain consumable inventory including reagents and supplies for each of the laboratory workstations
• Perform general laboratory equipment and benchtop clean-up
• Prepare logs or other documents for routine testing or special assignments
• Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed CLS dispense pre-made and prequalified reagents/controls using a pre-programmed fixed volume measuring devices
• Provide laboratory support in the maintenance and surface decontamination of general laboratory equipment
• Maintain a safe work environment and wears appropriate personal protective equipment
• Participate in continuing education credits

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Biology Chemistry or similar scientific field
• Previous laboratory experiences a plus
• Understanding and familiarity with aseptic techniques and good specimen handling
• Strong computer skills Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is beneficial
• Experience with SOPs QA and QC standards
• Must have good organizational skills and strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in collaborative flexible work environment
• Ability to work flexible hours during training
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with molecular biology techniques (such as nucleic acid extraction and NGS) is highly desired
• Previous experience in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred
• Previous experience using liquid-handlers is preferred

**Pay Range: $28.39 - $35.00 per hour

All job offers will bebased on a candidates skills and prior relevant experience applicabledegrees/certificationsas well as internal equity and market data.

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 PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information pleaseclick here.

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Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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