Technologist (1st Shift)

Company: LabCorp
Location: Burlington
Posted on: March 20, 2020

Job Description:

We are seeking a Technologist to join our Reference Microbiology lab team in Burlington, NC! Performs tests and analyses according to established testing procedures in designated technical department. Assays performed in the in our department utilize a variety of scientific techniques, including Performs tests and analyses according to established procedures in designated technical department. Position may perform various techniques including EIA, IFA, and other non-automated and automated procedures. Open to entry level and senior level technologist's candidates as well as Technicians with an associates in Medical Laboratory Technology or Biotechnology.Responsibilities:Receive and process specimens for AFB, Mycology, Legionella, and othersExamine/report KOH & AFB smears.Perform testing on biological samples including antigen testing and EIA testing.Examine cultures and identify fungi and AFB (Including DNA probes), perform PCR, perform AFB and fungal susceptibility testing, perform sequencing and MALDI, and other tasksDetermine priority of work and batches to maintain acceptable turn-around-time; recognize unacceptable and unusual specimens and handle appropriatelyAssist with Customer Service coverage and specimen management.Perform and resolve pending and audits.Maintain and clean instrumentation; perform scheduled and as needed maintenance and critical function; trouble shoot as indicated.Requirements Techno Trainee: No clinical lab experience, entry level with a BA/BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or other related science as required by CLIA.Technologist: 1+ years of clinical lab testing experience with a BA/BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or other related science as required by CLIASr. Technologist: 4+ years of clinical lab testing experience with a BA/BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or other related science as required by CLIATechnician: No experience needed with Associates degree Medical Laboratory Science or BiotechnologyStrong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office.Must be able to work in a team oriented environment.Must be able to pass a color blindness test and TB testShift 1ScheduleMonday - Friday 8:00a-5:00p with rotating Saturdays

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