Under direct supervision, will be responsible for performing pre-analytical and assisting with the analytical procedures for patient testing.

EDUCATION

Requires Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Art in a scientific field

Job Location: Rancho Bernardo, CA

WORK SCHEDULE

4x10 schedule 3 days between Tuesday and Friday, and each Saturday for a total of 4 days per week, 10 hours per day. Day shift.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in this position is responsible. This position is not intended to be complete or all-inclusive and does not preclude management from assigning other or related functions for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance.

Laboratory

Assists with testing all test methods approved by CAP and CLIA under Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Supervision. May provide training and guidance to other Laboratory Technicians, Laboratory Assistants and Data Entry personnel as well as other laboratory personnel as appropriate Assists in process improvement activities such as quality, safety, document management and control, and proficiency testing May assist with the implementation of test methods from internal and external sources May interact with vendors on special projects such as test method validations and new equipment May participate in technical studies designed to improve or validate clinical laboratory testing methods Required to work closely with CLSs and report all problems to Lead, laboratory operations; Supervisor and/or Director Assists with instrument maintenance and repair Performs preventative maintenance and calibrations on laboratory equipment and instruments Perform instrument troubleshooting, repairs and quality control procedures Monitors reagent and supply inventory May prepare laboratory reagents and assay materials according to SOPs, standard laboratory recipes/formulas under CLS supervision Organizes patient specimen and assay worksheets/printouts for testing and CLS review Assists in writing Laboratory documents such as Standard Operating Procedures and departmental forms Required to follow all safety procedures, policies, precautions, and Quality Assurance Other duties as required

SECONDARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Remains aware of evolving needs and opportunities, showing flexibility in doing whatever is appropriate to support the Company’s success. Pursues educational opportunities to maintain advanced and up-to-date knowledge in the field. Performs all other related duties as required and assigned and understands that the items in this description are not all-inclusive.