What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician (PRN) position at COVE Behavioral Health?
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.
- Performs laboratory testing including obtaining and processing specimens, and performing tests. Identifies the presence or quantity of drugs of abuse and therapeutic drugs by operating toxicology instrumentation and performing manual methods for the performance of drug screens.
- Implements written operating procedures and protocols that are in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
- Maintains a routine documented schedule of quality control and quality assurance for the testing performed and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen through sample analysis.
- Participates in an HHS approved proficiency testing program commensurate with the services offered.
- Performs daily maintenance on laboratory equipment including verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advance trouble shooting.
- Calibrate equipment utilizing approved testing procedures.
- Monitoring quality control measures and protocols. Maintain proper quality control procedures. Perform quality control checks of instrumentation against established standards.
- Verify all reagents, calibrations, quality control for new lot numbers.
- Maintain all record keeping such as inventory, instrument maintenance, temperatures, quality.
- Replenishing reagents as needed.
- Monitors test analyses and specimen examinations to ensure that acceptable levels of analytic performance are maintained.
- Assists in training staff in the performance of laboratory functions both administrative and technical operating procedures including regular in-service training and education appropriate for the type and complexity of the laboratory services performed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and PHI information.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Undergraduate degree with minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
- State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician (required).
- Must be able to pass background and drug screen prior to start date.
Job Type: Full-time (Non-Exempt)
Benefits: • 403(b) with company match • Medical, Dental and Vision Eligibility 1st of month after 30 days • Employer Paid Short Term Disability • Paid time off • Pet insurance.
Schedule: P.R.N.
Cove Behavioral Health is a nonprofit organization with over 48 years of providing behavioral health treatment services to the greater Tampa Bay area. COVE will offer you opportunities that you wouldn’t have with other organizations, once you become one of our team mates. Cove Behavioral Health is a HRSA approved site and you may be eligible to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. We also offer free Clinical Supervision, Tuition Reimbursement, CEU’s, and many other ways to show appreciation to our teammates!
At Cove Behavioral health we value diversity and inclusion. Cove Behavioral Health provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, in accordance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. Employment decisions at Cove will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Cove does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. Cove will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Cove is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug & Tobacco Free Facility.
Experience
Required- 2 year(s): Related experience
Education
Required- Bachelors or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Clinical Cert/Lisc
