Clinical Lab Technician - Marquee Staffing

Clinical Lab Technician
Job Summary:
 
The Clinical Lab Technician is responsible for equipment maintenance in the onsite clinical labs.  This includes general upkeep of maintenance records, testing equipment and stocking supplies.
 
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain equipment and procedures in lab setting.
• Assure proper use of sensor/ test equipment during clinical lab testing.
• Perform bench top chemistry, following established lab procedures
• Maintain lab inventory of reagents for lab equipment and stock of supplies for other clinical staff 
• Assure use of proper clinical documentation during clinical testing. 
• Assemble devices and equipment as needed in support of studies.
• Calibrate lab equipment on a regular schedule and maintain proper records related to calibration.
• Perform quality controls (QCs) on laboratory equipment and maintain proper records related to quality controls. 
• Maintenance of equipment records and calibration records for equipment (including laboratory analyzers).
• Technical support of Principal Investigators performing research studies in clinical areas where pulse oximetry technology may be used.
• Assist physicians and nurses with study/ task completion.
• Assist in analysis of blood samples.
• Assist in documentation review related to lab activities.
• Perform proper specimen labeling, handling, preservation, processing, transportation, and storage of specimen.
• Coordinate equipment and supplies necessary for research studies. 
• Set up system to facilitate raw data collection as directed.
• Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities.
• Facilitate the disposal and replacement of used supplies such as; gas tanks, expired reagents, or hazardous waste containers within DOT guidelines.
• Performs other duties or special projects as requested.

 
Minimum & Preferred Qualifications and Experience:   
 
Minimum Qualifications:

• One year or more of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience in a chemistry or clinical lab.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Direct experience in vendor interactions and troubleshooting of devices.
• Ability to be an integral part of an innovative, fast paced Product Development Team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in med device or lab environment.
• Ability to write clear, succinct, and detailed technical summary reports
• Basic understanding of FDA Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines for Medical Devices in conduct of clinical studies.

 
Education:
Minimum Required Education: Associate Degree (Bachelor of Science preferred) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Public Health, or related field
Technical certificate or previous related experience required.