Laboratory Technician - Night Shift

The Laboratory Technician II will accession and manually process laboratory specimens. The Technician is expected to perform daily quality assurance activities and routine maintenance of equipment. The Technician must be able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.Responsibilities:Receives and accession specimens into the LIS (Lab Information System).Prepares specimens for analysis.Performs manual processing (centrifuge, aliquoting, and routine maintenance)Performs problem solving functions and is responsible for advanced problem solving/ issue resolutionAssumes compliance with basic regulations (temperature monitoring)Performs QA activities (pending log audit)All duties of the Laboratory Processing Technician I to include:Retrieves, sorts, tracks and delivers specimens.Verifies specimen receipt in the lab.Uses tracking software/plies with safety SOP & regulations.Maintains appropriate documentation.Performs basic clerical functions (answer phone, etc.)Communicates and documents essential information.Other duties as assigned.Education:High School Diploma/GED required.Associate''s degree preferred (preferably in Science)Certifications:None requiredComplexity of Work:Requires troubleshooting and problem solving skills.Requires strong organizational and time management skills.Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervisionWork Experience:One year lab experience required.Associate''s degree (or equivalent credit hours) can offset up to one year of experience.Physical Requirements:Manual dexterity to perform specimen handling techniques and to take measurementsMay require extended periods of standing, walking and/or sitting.Handles and transports bio hazardous materials.Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.Must have normal or corrected vision.Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.Personal Protective Equipment:Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as defined in the exposure control plan