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Description:JOB PURPOSE: Prepare clinical specimens for laboratory testing. Receive, accession, aliquot and otherwise process specimens. Setup, maintain, troubleshoot, and assist in validation of instruments. Take quality control measurements, including environmental, equipment/software and product quality controls. Duties will include: - Prepare clinical samples and products for testing, including accessioning and processing, following laboratory protocols. - Set up instruments (programming instructions, specimen and reagent placement, and labware) for automated laboratory tasks. Maintain instruments, including reagent replenishment, cleaning, and other required actions. - Prepare reagents for the lab, as requested. Change equipment supplies when needed. - Document and transcribe quality control measures, including environmental readings for lab, equipment function checks, and isolation quality control. - Train back-up staff as necessary. Recommend necessary changes for better work flow and coordinates implementation with supervisor. - Perform additional tasks assigned by Supervisor or Laboratory Director. - Respond to emergency staffing situations as requested. - May be assigned to assist or substitute for other lab members. - Other tasks may include (but not be limited to) ordering, receiving and stocking supplies, and laboratory maintenance. - Maintain sample inventories, including receipt, processing, storage and disposal of samples when necessary. - Update computer databases for sample storage. - Fix errors in data entry. Shift: Varied Shifts, evenings preferred: 2pm- 10:30pmSkills:hematololgy, Chemical Analysis, AccessioningTop Skills Details:hematololgy,Chemical Analysis,AccessioningAdditional Skills & Qualifications:Minimum of 2 years college education or 4 years of college education KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Required experience must include hands-on experience with sample handling, quantitative chemical analysis, assays, or procedures with equivalent complexity, in addition to basic procedures such as weight and volume measurements of chemicals, reagent preparation, pipetting and centrifugation. Knowledge of computer use including moderately advanced Microsoft Excel (beyond simple data entry). Experience with operating laboratory instruments such as automated measurement instruments. Critical thinking and ability to implement corrective actions when needed. Must be able to understand and apply laboratory policies and procedures; must adhere strictly to established protocols. Must be highly attentive to detail and be able to handle large number of samples accurately. Will be required to use computer, photocopier, fax and other office equipment. Must communicate effectively in spoken and written English with individuals of diverse backgrounds.Experience Level:Entry LevelAbout Actalent: Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
