Analyst, Healthcare, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician

Overview

Job Title: Analyst I – Laboratory
Location: Tacoma, WA
Department: Laboratory Operations
Reports To: Laboratory Manager or Laboratory Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time

SHIFT: Swing Shift, M-F

• Aliquot urine and/or oral fluid specimens for sample preparation
• Perform sample preparation techniques, often using automated liquid handlers, as outlined in the laboratory SOP
• Prepare samples for Gas Chromatography Flame Ionization Detection (GCFID), Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS-MS), and automated screening analyzers
• Perform initial LCMS analytical review
• Prepare reagents and buffers as needed
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
• Troubleshoot routine problems
• Maintain records related to specimen preparation
• Perform other tasks as assigned, aligned with education, training, and skill level

• Support special projects within the department
• Assist extraction, confirmation, and screening teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in medical technology, laboratory science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science
  • (New York candidates must qualify as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist);
    OR
• Associate degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, or biological science
  • (New York candidates must qualify as a Clinical Laboratory Technician)

Preferred:

• Prior laboratory experience is helpful but not required

• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication skills within a team environment
• Ability to interpret and follow complex written technical instructions
• Sound technical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Light to moderate physical effort (lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.; heavier weights with assistance)
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Repetitive motions and extended computer use
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and physical/mental demands