Neogenomics Laboratories Aliso Viejo , CA 92698
Posted 6 days ago
Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.
We believe in career development and empowering our employees. Not only do we provide career coaches internally, but we offer many training opportunities to expand your knowledge base! We have highly competitive benefits with a variety HMO and PPO options. We have company 401k match along with an Employee Stock Purchase Program. We have tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and even start employees off with 16 days of paid time off plus holidays. We offer wellness courses and have highly engaged employee resource groups. Come join the Neo team and be part of our amazing World Class Culture!
NeoGenomics is looking for a Laboratory Technician who wants to continue to learn to allow our company to grow. This position is a Tues-Sat 12pm-8:30pm or 3:00pm-11:30pm
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, or within a training environment, the Laboratory Technician will assist with responsibilities associated with processing specimens for clinical testing and will provide general support for the laboratory following established policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Receives, organizes and processes clinical specimens accurately. Identifies worksheet, computer, and specimen problems and demonstrates ability to either resolve or elevate to licensed personnel appropriately
Prepares and organizes written data, printouts, and other documents for licensed technologist to review
Prepares testing equipment, assists with preventative maintenance
Reports problems concerning individual tasks, equipment, and supplies to the Laboratory Supervisor or the Lead Technologist to ensure timely resolution
Operates automated equipment per SOP
Prepares reagents and controls using automated or fixed measuring devices following established SOP's. Maintains complete and accurate records of reagents
Responds promptly to pathologists, managers/supervisors/lead, technologists, and administrative requests
Read and understand all SOP's related to the department and adhere to all department rules and protocols
Logging of Quality Control and Quality Assurance results for review by licensed technologist and supervisor's monthly signoff
Assists in preparation of validation documentation preparation for new tests and procedures as required by the company, following manufacturer's guidelines or SOP's established by the Company
Maintain laboratory in a clean, functional state, as well as cleaning or performing / scheduling equipment and instrument maintenance, as required
Demonstrates initiative in making suggestions to improve efficiency and productivity and provides consistent feedback
Experience & Required Qualifications:
BS or BA degree is required (in a life or physical science field is strongly preferred) / or AA or AS degree in conjunction with Medical Laboratory Technician License
One year minimum of experience equivalent to a Laboratory Technician or Laboratory Assistant preferred
Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques preferred
Basic understanding of MS Office programs
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Motivated to work independently and within a team environment
Able to work in a biohazard environment and follow safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Neogenomics Laboratories