Job Overview
LCMS LAB TECH: BRUNSWICK, GA
Great opportunity for a LCMS Lab Tech located on the coast of Georgia in the city of Brunswick. Paradigm Labs is an established toxicology laboratory seeking a qualified individual to fill a Lab Tech position in the LCMS department.
Position is FULL-TIME days – Mon – Friday, start time is 10:30am
Primary Responsibilities
· Perform sample handling, prep, and extraction of patient/proficiency samples for quantitative drug analyses.
· Prepares reagents, standards, and controls as required by the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
· Ability to create batches and other tasks in the lab’s LIS (Laboratory Information System).
· Performs daily operation on instrumentation such as: Tecan Freedom EVO, Integra VIAFLO 96, and Agilent Liquid Chromatography (LC)/ tandem Mass Spectrometry (MS/MS) systems such as: 6420, 6460, and 6490.
· Identifies any instrument issues and able to initiate troubleshooting steps. When necessary, notify the Lab’s Instrument Specialist and/or contact technical support, if required.
· Follow the laboratory policies and procedures according to the SOPs to maintain sample integrity and produce high quality.
· Ensure all documentation is initialed allowing for full traceability and reconstruction of daily tasks performed.
· Participates in proficiency testing and competency testing.
· Maintains inventory of supplies/consumables for daily operation.
· General lab duties including: washing glassware, disposing samples, stocking supplies, etc.
· Keeps lab area safe, clean, and organized.
· Perform other duties as assigned by Laboratory Manager or Laboratory Director.
Required Skills
· Ability to work amicably as a team member with a positive outlook and a “can-do” attitude.
· Ability to lift 25-30 lbs.
· Willingness to work occasional late shifts, or weekends, when necessary.
Preferred Skills
· Previous experience in a laboratory environment. Experience with LC/MS-MS would be an asset.
· Ability to accurately understand and follow written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instructions.
· Excellent attention to detail. Must be well-organized and demonstrate good record keeping abilities.
· Knowledge of a LIS (Laboratory Information System)
· Basic lab math calculation skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and Google Sheets.
Education / Experience
· Bachelor's of Science degree in a natural science, Biology or Chemistry preferred, with at least 1-year prior laboratory experience
OR
· Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Bachelor's degree ,or equivalent, with at least 1-year prior laboratory experience. ASCP certification, or equivalent.
· Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Associate’s degree, with at least 2 years prior laboratory experience. ASCP certification, or equivalent.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Brunswick, GA 31520 (Required)
Work Location: In person