MCT Laboratory Technologist or Technologist Trainee
Company: Labcorp
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: April 26, 2024
Job Description:
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 team as a Technologist or Technologist Trainee. - In this
position, you will work in a patient focused, fast paced, and
inspiring environment. - You will have a dynamic role in the
fulfilment of Labcorp's overall mission of "Improving Health,
Improving Lives."The MCT Department is looking for a Technologist
or Technologist Trainee to work in our laboratory. - The candidate
will receive on-the-job training for the pre-analytical through
post-analytical set-up and testing of patient samples. - This
laboratory is responsible for screening blood, serum, urine and
meconium sample types for drugs of abuse. - We also perform
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) and STAT testing for local
clinics and hospitals. - The MCT Laboratory uses immunoassay
methodology (Beckman Coulter AU5800 Chemistry analyzers) to test
samples. - Some assays require a chemical extraction before
analysis. -Shift: 2ndSchedule: Friday-Monday, 3pm-1:30am. 10 hr
shifts 3 days off.Second shift: 10% shift differential pay in
additional to hourly base(Some Overtime is required)Job
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Receive specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test
orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain
acceptable turn-around-time; recognize unacceptable and unusual
specimens and handle appropriately.
- Adhere to SOP while performing extractions and analysis on
client samples, quality control samples and proficiency
samples.
- Prepare laboratory reagents and standard solutions according to
SOP.
- Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy; recognize and correct
errors and unusual results; interpret result to produce a final
report; use GDP in all documentation.
- Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation; perform
scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks;
recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot
as indicated.
- Follow quality control rules; monitor controls for error
detection and take corrective action; maintain laboratory records,
maintenance logs, quality control logs, reagent and standard logs,
and worksheets.Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in
chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical
technology.
- Previous experience is not required at the Technologist Trainee
level.
- Minimum 1 year of laboratory testing experience is required for
the Technologist level.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage time.
- Excellent research and problem resolution skills.
- Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and
attention to detail.
- Work effectively in fast paced high volume environment.If you
are looking for a career that offers opportunities for growth,
continual development, professional challenges, and the chance to
make a real difference, apply today!Regular, full-time or part-time
employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for
comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life,
401(K), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Company
bonus where applicable.Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity
Employer:As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and
inclusion 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 of the individual
and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national
origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical
conditions/needs), 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. We encourage all to apply.For more
information about how we collect and store your personal data,
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Keywords: Labcorp, Minneapolis , MCT Laboratory Technologist or Technologist Trainee, Healthcare , Saint Paul, Minnesota
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