Clinical Laboratory Technician

Position: Clinical Laboratory Technician 8334 Location: Calabasas Hills CA Schedule: 8am - 6:30pm Sunday through Wednesday Projected duration: 6 months + potential for perm Job code: CVDJP Entry level, will train. pay rate $22 to $25 per hour benefits are available Summary: 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 devises. 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. Skills: Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills. Basic ability to work independently and manage one time. Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to locate and resolve problem specimens. Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record data. Physical Demands: Requires utilization of fingers and hands, standing-remaining on ones feet in an upright position, sitting-remaining in the normal seated position, handling-seizing, holding, grasping.Working Conditions: There is regular exposure to potential blood-borne pathogens, toxic or caustic chemicals and radiation. Required Education/Degree: Bachelors degree in a chemical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology or related fields of science from an accredited institution which includes a minimum 12 semester hours of chemistry preferably including at least one course of organic chemistry. Must have proof of degree or official transcripts meeting requirements.Required Certification/License: NoneRequired Work Experience: None required. Previous laboratory experience in an academic or commercial environment is preferred.