Clinical Lab Technician

Ethos Laboratories, Massachusetts facility, is a CLIA-certified clinical diagnostic testing facility The Clinical

Laboratory Technician is responsible for specimen accessioning, preparation, and analysis using enzyme

immunoassay (EIA) instruments. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and

the ability to use, maintain, and troubleshoot moderate complexity instrumentation

 Essential Functions

• Receive incoming urine specimens; open, count, and sort specimens 
• Ensure specimen integrity by verifying that specimens are labeled appropriately and that identifying information on the specimen matches identifying information on accompanying documentation and/or electronic orders 
• Accession urine specimens into the Laboratory Information System (LIS) by entering patient data, specimen information, medication lists, ordered tests, and point-of-care results into the LIS – manual data entry may be required for some specimens 
• Correctly identify specimens that do not meet criteria for testing and specimens that need to be placed on hold      for missing information 
• Pipet (aliquot) accessioned urine specimens into appropriate test tubes and 96-well plates to prepare for testing and storage
• Dispose of urine specimens that have reached their retention date 
• Prepare urine specimens, calibrators, and quality controls for testing using established standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
• Document room temperature, humidity levels, reagents, and controls per CLIA and CAP regulations 
• Aid in routine and special projects (AMR studies, validations, proficiency testing, CAP inspections, etc.) that arise throughout the year
• Oversee the daily operation of EIA instrument(s) for processing of urine specimens for toxicology
• Prepare and run daily Calibrations, Pre-QCs, and Post-QCs for EIA instrument(s)
• Interpret data from Calibrations, Pre-QCs, and Post-QCs to ensure that appropriate values are produced. Recalibrate and rerun QCs as needed 
• Analyze data from EIA to ensure complete testing. Identify and prepare specimens needing reruns
• Flag specimens that do not meet specimen validity requirements      
• Perform and document required daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance for EIA instrument(s) following the established maintenance schedule. Schedule preventative maintenance (PM) when necessary, utilizing instrument service contracts and agreements.
• Recognize and help troubleshoot issues with the EIA instrument(s)
• Maintain inventory for all EIA supplies including (but not limited to) receipt and filing of ordered supplies; dispose of packaging
• Print and file daily printouts for Calibrations, Pre-QCs, and Post-QCs, making appropriate notations 
• Comply with quality assurance procedures, participating in proficiency testing and competency evaluation throughout the year.
• Communicate issues, as needed, with supervisor and/or Lab Director in a timely manner
•  Participate in the evaluation, validation, and/or implementation of new methodologies.
• Support and assist coworkers as needed to ensure the best possible patient care; able to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.
• Remain flexible to changes in job assignments or schedules; request assistance when needed occur to ensure minimal      disruption of workflow.
• Complete general lab tasks as needed  

  Professional Requirements

• Familiar with typical laboratory operations including use of computer systems
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, organize and prioritize work as needed
• Capable of following written procedures, both technical and administrative
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Ability to perform work following established SOPs and ensure the highest quality standards are maintained
• Proficient in ability to operate laboratory instrumentation and computers with scientific software applications
• Ability to listen, learn, and promote accountability and responsibility related to all processes
• Requires ability to effectively troubleshoot process and instrument issues using critical, strategic, and analytical thinking
• Proficient in use of single-channel and multi-channel pipettes
• High level of attention to detail
• Must be able to work with limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, practices, precedents, methods, techniques, standards, and/or well-defined policies
• Must be able to achieve superior results when work is reviewed in terms of quality, volume, timeliness, and adherence to established methods, standards and policies
• Must be able and willing to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications 

Education

•  Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Biology, Forensic Science, or a similar      analytical science field; or Associate of Science in Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with appropriate national certification and 3 years of experience
• Minimum of 1 year of data entry experience required 
• Preference for candidates with EIA instrument experience
• Preference for candidates with bodily fluid work experience, such as urine
• Knowledge/skill in a specific/multiple laboratory area(s) acquired through training or previous work experience of at least one year (full-time) preferred.
• Previous experience with LIS preferred; familiarity with Windows software applications a plus 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities  

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally      and in writing
• Skilled in data entry with minimal errors
• Excellent time management, scheduling, documentation, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated troubleshooting abilities
• Must be flexible, innovative, and self-motivated
• Ability to function independently and in a team environment 

 Work Conditions    

• Work is performed in a laboratory environment and exposes the incumbent to normal laboratory hazards and chemicals, including biohazard materials
• Work in varying degrees of temperature (heated or air conditioned)
• Position requires sitting, walking, reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs

Direct Reports

• None