Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join Central Extractions team as a Technologist Trainee in RTP, NC. This team collaborates with Molecular Genetics, Genomics, and Molecular Oncology laboratories.

The work schedule for this position will be: 12nd shift, Tuesday-Saturday 2:00pm-10:30pm.

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows the laboratory's procedure for specimen handling and processing and test analysis
• Verifies proper and consistent identification of specimens prior to and during all accessioning and processing steps.
• Records initials on all paperwork to indicate work performed by individual
• Notifies Technologist, Team Lead or Supervisor of any identification discrepancies and documents action taken
• Operates general lab equipment and instruments in order to perform assigned duties
• Tests specimens completely, accurately and within established time frames
• Understands and follows established testing procedures
• Understands that all patient information is confidential and complies with HIPAA regulations
• Adheres to the laboratory's safety policies
• Wears proper PPE when handling and processing specimens
• Discards biohazard waste properly
• Notifies technologists, team leads or supervisor immediately of any lab accident or exposure incident
• Participates in proficiency testing as required
• Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
• Verifies with technologists and Team leads, handling and processing procedures prior to testing proficiency samples
• Adheres to the laboratory's quality control policies; documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
• Understands and performs daily QC according to the procedure
• Notifies tech/Team Lead of any failure or adverse trend in QC
• Perform minor instrument troubleshooting and report any irregularities in operation to tech/Team Lead
• Recognizes basic problems with reagents
• Maintains adequate stock of working supplies, notifies lead or supervisor of shortages

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• No experience required for Technologist Trainee level.
• Internal LabCorp experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus.
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.