Positive Aliquoter

Equiliem
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Nov 19, 2024
RESPONSIBILITIES: Remove presumptive positives, aliquot for confirmation, arrange aliquots in order Store positive samples in refrigerator/freezer area Remove positives samples from freezer for re-aliquot Receive and open specimens delivered to the laboratory for analysis Review and document acceptability of specimen and chain of custody forms Destroy specimens; as needed Clean and maintain work area daily Adhere to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information Must comply with company policy BASIC QUALIFICATIONS \| EDUCATION: High school education or GED preferred COMPETENCIES: Basic ability to use a computer Basic ability to understand laboratory technique and procedures Basic ability to communicate ideas Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FUDT, and other regulatory bodies Basic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds Ability to have full body movement Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms MENTAL/REASONING REQUIREMENTS: Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40) and CAP-FUDT guidelines Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations WORK ENVIRONMENT: Climate-controlled office and testing laboratory environment Must be able to work in a refrigerated and 20-degree freezer area for storing and removing samples Must be able to climb stairs May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials