Do you have a BS in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Lab Science or Medical Technology, a year or more of Clinical Lab experience, and are looking to learn from a Global Life Science & CRO Leader? This Chemist / Clinical Technologist role could be the perfect next step to your career path!
We're looking for a passionate Chemist / Clinical Technologist to join the largest health care diagnostic company in the world as an important part of the 3rd shift team. This role is a 6+ month contract and provides exceptional experience with a well-known and admired company! The position is onsite in the Saint Paul Medtox Laboratory and is Wednesday – Saturday from 9pm – 7:30am – 4 Day Workweek!
What You'll Do:
The Forensic Laboratory Team is is seeking a science professional that is looking to use their science degree / background and receive on-the-job training for the pre-analytical through post-analytical set-up and testing of patient samples. The screening department uses immunoassay methodology to screen for different analytes in urine, oral fluid, blood and serum type samples. You'll also be trained on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) and STAT testing for local clinics and hospitals.
The Forensic Screens Technologist conducts qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses within a SAMHSA-certified drug testing lab and CAP and CLIA-certified clinical laboratory that includes:
- Receiving urine, oral fluid, and blood specimens for testing; evaluate specimens and test orders; determine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around-time
- Work with immunoassays including ELISA; interpret data and test results
- Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy; recognize and correct errors and unusual results; interpret results to produce a final report
- Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimens and handle appropriately
- Use quality control samples and proficiency samples
- Follow quality control rules; monitor controls for error detection and take corrective action; maintain laboratory records, maintenance logs, quality control charts, reagent and standard logs, and worksheets
- Maintain, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment; perform scheduled and as needed maintenance and critical function checks recognizing significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
- Perform all duties according to standard operating procedures and/or supervisor instruction
- Maintain a fully operational understanding of chain of custody processes within the lab
- Deliver quality patient care in the form of diagnostic and occupational testing while maintaining efficiency
- Perform preventative maintenance and quality control with appropriate documentation
What You'll Bring:
- BS in Chemistry, biology, clinical laboratory, medical technology or related discipline.
- A willingness to learn and 1+ years of Clinical Lab experience, preferably with immunoassays.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet established turnaround times.
- Basic knowledge of the chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo.
- Beginning ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.
- Written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
Take the next big step in your career and Apply Now!
Questions? Contact Andie Veach directly at Andie@CarexScientific.com
Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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Do you have a BS in Chemistry, Biology, Clinical Lab Science or Medical Technology and are looking to join a Global Life Science Leader? This Clinical Medical Monitoring LC-MS Technologist Trainee role could be the perfect start to your career path!
We're looking for a passionate entry-level Technologist Trainee to join the largest health care diagnostic company in the world as an important part of the 2nd shift team. This role is a 9 month contract and provides exceptional experience with a well-known and admired company! The position is onsite in the Saint Paul Medtox Laboratory and is Tuesday – Saturday from 1pm-11:30pm.
What You'll Do:
The ToxAssure Laboratory Team is is seeking a science professional that is looking to use their science degree / background and receive on the job training working in a fast-paced environment performing LC-MS high complexity testing on patient samples. This Bench uses over 30 LC-MS/MS methods.
The Technologist Trainee conducts qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses within a SAMHSA-certified drug testing lab and CAP and CLIA-certified clinical laboratory that includes:
- Work with LC-MS/MS instrumentation utilizing cloud-based processing platform, Ascent.
- Receive extracted specimens for testing; evaluate batches and test orders; determine priority of work for these batches in order to maintain acceptable turn?around?time
- This position requires large amounts of daily electronic data analysis, done on computer stations outside of the laboratory
- Recognize unacceptable and unusual specimen(s) within a batch or within a set of Hamilton Deck Mates (4 batches) and handle appropriately
- Adhere to SOP while performing data analysis on patient and proficiency samples as well as calibration, quality control and blank samples
- Evaluate raw and final data for accuracy; recognize and correct errors and unusual results; interpret results to produce a final report
- Follow quality control rules; monitor controls / calibration for error detection within batch along with trends within QC sets of an assay and take appropriate corrective action as needed
- Maintain, calibrate and clean instrumentation / work area; perform scheduled/routine maintenance and critical function checks; recognize significant changes in instrument function; troubleshoot as indicated
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for all laboratory tests and equipment including, but not limited to, instrument logs, maintenance logs, disinfection logs and assay SOPs
- Follow a proactive approach to assay performance and instrument performance to prevent downtime and delay of reporting results to clients and patients
- Evaluate, use and/or prepare laboratory reagents, standards and quality controls according to established department standard operating procedures and established timeframes
- Use Good Documentation Practiced (GDP) in all documentation
- Deliver accurate high quality patient care while maintaining efficiency
What You'll Bring:
- BS in Chemistry, biology, clinical laboratory, medical technology or related discipline.
- A willingness to learn and 0-2 years of experience.
- Prior experience not required at Technologist Trainee level.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet established turnaround times.
- Basic knowledge of the chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo.
- Beginning ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results.
- Effective project management and time management skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills.
Take the next big step in your career and Apply Now!
Questions? Contact Andie Veach directly at Andie@CarexScientific.com
Carex Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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