Lab Technician I

Company: ICONMA
Location: Calabasas
Posted on: May 4, 2024

Job Description:

The main function of a lab technician is to perform pre-analytical testing on patient samples under the direct and constant supervision of a medical technologist. Job responsibilities: Set up, maintain and clean working areas. Aliquot patient samples using pre-calibrated pipetting devices. Aliquot reagents using automated liquid handling devices. Review and resolve pending and overdue testing. Build batches of aliquoted patient samples for analysis. Maintain and clean laboratory equipment used in processing including performing preventative maintenance in accordance with standard operating procedures. Reset and resolve errors caused by equipment failures. The primary functions are to perform technical activities in the laboratory related to tests on human specimens and to record laboratory data while working under the technical oversight of a California-licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Assists in specimen testing under direct and constant supervision according to established procedures, working under the technical oversight of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and in compliance with CA regulatory restrictions. Uses automated and/or digital devices such as timers or thermometers in performing tasks. Records dates of receipt, in use, and expiration for all reagents, kits, controls, and standards used for assigned assays. Ensures material used is not expired prior to use. Pipettes using pre-set devices, calibrated and approved automatic devices or fixed volume dispensers. Performs, under direct supervision, preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment, documents PM appropriately, makes minor repairs and immediately contacts appropriate personnel for problems requiring more complex repairs. Develops an ever-increasing understanding of laboratory medicine and the clinical significance of laboratory results. Adheres to the standard operating procedures and safety requirements of Esoterix, CLIA, CAP and other regulatory bodies. Documents all activities as necessary using good documentation practices (Examples include preventative maintenance logs, instrument function checks, troubleshooting, and quality control) to ensure regulatory compliance. Follows any other job-related instructions and performs any other job related duties requested by department management

Keywords: ICONMA, Pico Rivera , Lab Technician I, Professions , Calabasas, California