Lifenet Health Virginia Beach , VA 23452
Posted 2 weeks ago
Laboratory Technician
Location: Virginia Beach, VA (Concert Dr.)
Department: QC Laboratory
Job Type: Full-Time
Clinical Status: Clinical
Shift: Wednesday-Saturday, 5:00AM - 3:45PM, with rotating weekends and holidays
LifeNet Health is searching for talented individuals who will embrace our mission of saving lives, restoring health, and giving hope.
LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization ("OPO") and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.
How you will contribute to LifeNet Health's success:
As a Laboratory Technician you will receive and process incoming laboratory samples, determining sample acceptance and reviewing documentation. Technicians initiate CAPA for all samples received not meeting LifeNet Health SOPs. Technicians perform moderately complex laboratory duties in registered CLIA subspecialties of testing and nonclinical (industrial) testing.
What you'll do:
Receives and processes laboratory samples for testing or archive, ensuring laboratory samples meet acceptance criteria. Recognizes, resolves, and reports atypical events encountered and documents CAPA when required.
Performs moderately complex laboratory duties in registered CLIA subspecialties of testing and nonclinical (industrial) testing. Performs quality control according to established policies and procedures. Recognizes and reports atypical events encountered during performance of tests.
Initiates orders for lab tests, performs data entry, and reports test results using manual and laboratory information systems (LIS) according to established policies and procedures while maintaining complete and accurate departmental and donor records.
Monitors and operates laboratory equipment according to established policies and procedures.
Assures a safe, clean and orderly work area including maintenance of reagents, supplies, and stored samples. Monitors supply and reagent levels and notifies appropriate personnel when supplies are needed.
What you'll bring (Minimum Requirements):
Preferred
These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):
Attention to detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery
Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and build relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization.
Why work at LifeNet Health?
We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You won't find another company with a culture as strong as ours.
403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
Corporate sponsored events for employees
Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Personal career, skill, and leadership development opportunities
Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
Dedicated and passionate co-workers
The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on geographic location and the candidate's qualifications and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $18.15/hr (entry-level qualifications) to $24.20/hr (experienced in this role*). *Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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