What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extractions Lab Tech position at Cordant Health Solutions?
Extractions Lab Technician
We are seeking a self-motivated Extractions Lab Technician to join our Laboratory Operations team. Under the supervision of a Laboratory Manager, the Extractions Lab Technician is responsible for preparing biological specimens for analysis using confirmation instrument technology. This includes handling urine and oral fluid specimens, performing sample preparation and extraction of analytes, and maintaining strict adherence to chain of custody documentation.
Shift: Various Shifts Available - To Be Discussed During an Interview
Pay Rate: $20-22.00 per hour
Shift Differential: Additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Benefits:
Cordant supports employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible staff (per state regulations), including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) • Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning Day 1 • Volunteer Time Off (VTO) • Paid Holidays • 401(k) with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) • Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
Qualifications - Extractions Lab Technician:
- Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field required (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical/Pre-Med, Forensics, or Toxicology) required
- Laboratory experience preferred
- Data entry skills (alpha and numeric keyboarding) required
- Strong hand-eye coordination required
- Ability to work in a high-volume environment while maintaining a high level of quality and accuracy required
Primary Responsibilities :
- Aliquot urine and/or oral fluid specimens for sample preparation procedures
- Perform sample preparation techniques including specimen hydrolysis, solid phase extraction, and liquid-liquid extraction in accordance with laboratory SOPs
- Prepare samples for liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC/MS-MS) analysis
- Prepare and restock reagents and buffers as needed
- Assist with maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
- Troubleshoot issues as necessary and escalate when appropriate
- Maintain accurate records associated with specimen preparation and chain of custody
- Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with education, training, and abilities
Salary : $20 - $22