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Lab Technician


Reference Number: DKLALA300

Lab Technician
experience  Not Disclosed
location  Gretna, LA
duration  6 Months
salary  Not Disclosed
jobtype  Not Disclosed
Industry  Healthcare
duration  $17/hour - $19/hour
Job Description

Description:

The individual filling this position will be responsible for operating the instruments used to perform the initial analysis on urine and oral fluid specimens for substances of abuse with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operation and maintenance of the Screening Instrument and initial review of test results for donor specimens and QC samples
Testing performed with refractometers and pH meters.
Knowledge of screening and specimen validity test methods: EIA, CEDIA, ELISA, refractometers and pH meter
Troubleshoot issues with screening instruments
Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in the client’s Employee Handbook

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION:
BS degree in science or equivalent related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures
Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation
Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FDT, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems

COMPETENCIES:
Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds
Ability to have full body movement
Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms
Math and reasoning ability to develop and communicate laboratory procedures and reports
Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations
Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FDT guidelines
Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors
Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations
May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials


Notes:

Tues-Sat schedule.
Tues 3 PM - Sat 11:30 PM

Temp to perm


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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