Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Description

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) performs laboratory testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration of equipment, quality control procedures and is responsible for the validity of test results.

This is a full-time position, with the following work schedule;

Tuesday- Saturday, 12:00am-8:30am or 4x10hr shifts after training

Essential Job Duties:

Level I - Minimum

Perform laboratory assays in accordance with Viracor Eurofins standard operating procedures

Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results

Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials

Accept or reject test results in accordance with standard operating procedures

Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument maintenance

Adhere to established processing timelines

Adhere to all quality and safety standards

Other duties as assigned by management

Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following:

General knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure writing, assay theory, and instrumentation

Orient, mentor and teach clinical laboratory methods, procedures and techniques to new Associates

Demonstrate effective teamwork skills by knowledge sharing

Take on formally-assigned additional duties, such as training, as a part of routine job performance

Participate on special project teams as requested by supervisory staff

Level III – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following:

Obtain advanced knowledge of Viracor Eurofins standard operating procedures assays, and instrumentation

Participate in troubleshooting activities in conjunction with Technical Supervisor

Volunteer to serve on various committees and panels to the benefit of the laboratory or company in general (e.g. Safety Committee)

Performs train the trainer and Qualified Personnel responsibilities as assigned

Senior CLS – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level III plus the following:

Leads or executes complex special projects outside of a standard CLS scope. For example, lead an audit prep team or process

Utilize extensive company and technical knowledge to participate in audits and defend company practices as needed