What are the responsibilities and job description for the LABORATORY TECH 1 position at New Day Diagnostics?
At New Day Diagnostics (NDD), we aim to empower patients with affordable, accessible, and innovative diagnostic solutions that make a real difference. Our Team is dedicated to bringing groundbreaking diagnostic ideas to life through providing innovative cancer diagnostics.
We are seeking a Laboratory Tech to join our Team on this mission.
https://newdaydiagnostics.com/
POSITION SUMMARY
The Laboratory Tech 1 performs high complexity diagnostic testing and additional activities to support testing services. This position requires specialized scientific and technical knowledge essential within the laboratory disciplines. Under lab supervisor or manager guidance, this position supports the laboratory team by assisting in troubleshooting, maintenance, and general laboratory operational duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform moderate and high complexity, routine, and non-routine testing to provide accurate data for downstream analysis.
- Assist with reagent and specimen receiving, processing, and storage.
- Prepare reagents and samples as needed.
- Understand and follow all company SOPs.
- Manage specimens and document all workflow from collection to processing and storage.
- Perform patient testing completely, accurately, and within established timeframes
- Accurately document results in laboratory notebooks and properly store result data in study binders.
- Research as needed to remain knowledgeable on technical and scientific developments regarding current and future testing in the laboratory.
- Participate in all relevant quality control and quality assurance activities.
- Perform preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment or instruments and participate in troubleshooting as applicable.
- Document all quality control, preventative maintenance, and calibration activities.
- Assist in onboarding new instrumentation and assays.
- Complete all necessary training and proficiency testing to maintain technique.
- Assist with supply inventory.
- Assist with activities to support the Laboratory Information System and software changes in the laboratory.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science degree (chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science) to include at least 16 semester hours of chemistry or biological science courses (Candidates possessing a non US acquired degree must have equivalency evaluation performed by a CLIA approved entity.
- Minimum of 1-year of lab experience and/or appropriate course work (ie: analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, et cetera).
- Must be able to accurately demonstrate pipetting skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to learn new software as required.
- Willingness to handle, process, and test various human derived sample types including but not limited to: whole blood, plasma, serum, nasal swabs, and bulk fecal samples.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- High level of integrity and ethical standards.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
- Hospital laboratory work experience or experience handling patient specimens
WORK LOCATION, SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION:
- On-Site Only - NOT a remote position
- Monday through Friday
- 8:00a – 5:00p
- *Some flexibility may be requested for weekend or hours other than 8-5 to accommodate laboratory project testing needs on a rare occasion.
- Hourly pay to be commensurate with experience & education.
New Day Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions related to every aspect of our hiring process and employment are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and genetic information.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday*