Extractions Technologist Trainee

Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join Central Extractions team as a Technologist Trainee in RTP, NC. This team works with Molecular Genetics, Genomics, and Molecular Oncology laboratories.

The work schedule for this position will be: 1st shift, Tuesday-Saturday 7:00am-3:30pm.

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows the laboratory’s procedure for specimen handling and processing and test analysis

• Verifies proper and consistent identification of specimens prior to and during all accessioning and processing steps.

• Records initials on all paperwork to indicate work performed by individual

• Notifies Technologist, Team Lead or Supervisor of any identification discrepancies and documents action taken

• Operates general lab equipment and instruments in order to perform assigned duties

• Tests specimens completely, accurately and within established time frames

• Understands and follows established testing procedures

• Understands that all patient information is confidential and complies with HIPAA regulations

• Adheres to the laboratory’s safety policies

• Wears proper PPE when handling and processing specimens

• Discards biohazard waste properly

• Notifies technologists, team leads or supervisor immediately of any lab accident or exposure incident

• Participates in proficiency testing as required

• Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples

• Verifies with technologists and Team leads, handling and processing procedures prior to testing proficiency samples

• Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies; documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed

• Understands and performs daily QC according to the procedure

• Notifies tech/Team Lead of any failure or adverse trend in QC

• Perform minor instrument troubleshooting and report any irregularities in operation to tech/Team Lead

• Recognizes basic problems with reagents

• Maintains adequate stock of working supplies, notifies lead or supervisor of shortages

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.

• No experience required for Technologist Trainee level.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus.

• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.

• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.

• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

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We offer a range of medical, dental and vision plans as well as life insurance and short-/long-term disability coverage. As a U.S. employee, you are automatically enrolled in our No Charge Laboratory Testing program.

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Our hourly team members enjoy competitive time off and paid holiday leave. Our salaried U.S. team members have the flexibility to request time away from work, without the limits of accrued hours or carryover limits.

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