Overview In this Technologist Trainee role within Labcorp's Molecular Microbiology team, you support essential diagnostic testing and contribute to assay development, quality control, and instrument maintenance. You work closely with a cross-functional team to ensure accurate results and timely reporting that informs patient care. The position offers hands-on training in a fast-paced lab environment and exposure to advanced molecular techniques. This is a growth path into clinical laboratory science with impact on health outcomes.
Compensation / Benefits- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life insurance
- STD/LTD
- 401(k)
- PTO or FTO
- Tuition Reimbursement
Responsibilities- Assess specimen acceptability against established criteria
- Perform routine and complex testing procedures per SOPs
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
- Make technical decisions in testing and problem solving
- Prepare and evaluate reagents and controls
- Report accurate test results for quality patient care
- Conduct preventative maintenance and quality control
- Maintain testing supplies and assist with specimen processing when needed
- Uphold safety and PPE standards
Key requirements- Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological science or related field
- 3 months or more of clinical laboratory testing experience
- ASCP or AMT certification
- Understanding of laboratory operations and procedures
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Proficient with computers and laboratory information systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Able to pass color vision requirements
- Flexibility for overtime or alternate shifts
- strong communication
- attention to detail
- organizational skills
- instrumentation troubleshooting
- quality control procedures
- laboratory information systems
