Laboratory Technologist I, QualTex (GA)

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist I, QualTex (GA)

Revision: 0005

Job Code: 702503

FLSA: OT Eligible

Hybrid? N

Dept.: Lab Services GA

Business Unit: QualTex‐GA

CPF Level: P2

General Summary

Responsible to perform all duties as assigned by the department.

Maintain knowledge of current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) through timely completion of trainings and competency assessments.

Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Recognize unusual results/outcomes and resolve discrepancies.

Communicate unusual occurrences to management.

Commit to and abide by the character of BioBridge Global’s Core Values of Accountability, Stewardship, Pioneer, Integrity, Respect and Excellence (ASPIRE). Support, communicate and reinforce the mission and vision of the enterprise.

Provide world class customer service by capturing and being responsive to the voice of the customer (internal or external, including donors for select positions) through multiple feedback channels in order to resolve issues and drive satisfaction in accordance with the BBG customer engagement, feedback, and complaint processes.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Tasks

Maintain strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Competently perform the assignments below, the equivalent, or an alternative as determined by management:

• Box Reception
• Pre‐Analytical and Post Analytical Sample Processing
• A3600 Track
• RPR/Asi Testing
• SPE/Capillarys Testing
• Alinity Series (c, i)

Recognize equipment malfunctions and technical problems and communicate issues to leadership for resolution. Participate in continuing education and attend meetings as required.

Commit to and embrace the mission, vision, and core values of QualTex Laboratories:

• Positive work attitude
• Respect for co‐workers and management staff
• Excellent customer service (for both internal and external customers)
• Adherence to all safety, regulatory, and quality requirements
• Continuous improvement Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work relative to the field of assignment. The required major is Applied Science or equivalent.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Categorical Certifications preferred Certified MLT or equivalent preferred

Experience

No prior specific work experience required.

Prefer one year of laboratory experience.

Knowledge

Must obtain a working knowledge of regulatory/quality requirements and perform within all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies.

Must have a working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.

Must acquire a working knowledge of department procedures.

Skills

Must maintain competency in laboratory skills for liquid and material handling.

Must be capable of evaluating, interpreting and reporting accurate/valid test results.

Must have strong computer skills.

Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

Must be capable of operating laboratory and/or other job related equipment.

Must be capable of evaluating, interpreting and reporting accurate/valid test results by current testing methodologies.

Must be able to print and write legibly.

Abilities

Must be able to keep information confidential.

Must be able to work with interruptions, meet deadlines, and perform accurate laboratory testing.

Must be neat in appearance and well groomed.

Must be professional, detail oriented, self‐motivated, innovative, creative, assertive, organized, communicative, and have the ability to work independently.

Must perform well in repetitive work situations.

Must work well independently and as a team member.

Working Environment

Works in a well‐lighted air conditioned and heated laboratory/department.

May be exposed to electrical, mechanical and chemical hazards and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.

May be exposed to blood borne pathogens and other conditions common to a clinical laboratory environment.

May have bodily exposure to refrigerator/freezer temperature, especially hands and face.

Will work extended hours during peak periods.

May be required to work any time of the day, evening or night during the week or weekend.

Occupational Exposure Assignment ‐ Category I

Physical Requirements

Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye‐hand coordination.

Will require walking, bending, and prolonged sitting and/or standing during work hours.

Required to carry up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.

Requires normal or corrected vision and hearing corrected to a normal range.