Title: Lab Tech Jr. Location: Richmond, VA, 23236 Assignment Length: 03 Months Time : Monday - Friday : 03:00 PM to 11:30 PM RESPONSIBILITIES: • Operation and maintenance of the Screening Instrument and initial review of test results for donor specimens and QC samples • Testing performed with refractometers and pH meters. • Knowledge of screening and specimen validity test methods: EIA, CEDIA, ELISA, refractometers and pH meter • Troubleshoot issues with screening instruments • Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information • Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in Alere’s Employee Handbook BASIC QUALIFICATIONS | EDUCATION: • BS degree in science or equivalent related field PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures • Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation • Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMHSA, CAP-FDT, and other relevant regulatory bodies. • Advanced ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems COMPETENCIES: • Ability to lift and/or move 25 pounds • Ability to have full body movement • Must have vision and hearing corrected to meet minimum acceptable norms • Math and reasoning ability to develop and communicate laboratory procedures and reports • Ability to cope with stress due to production obligations • Ability to read and comprehend the SOP, Federal (49 CFR Part 40), and CAP-FDT guidelines • Ability to communicate with other employees and supervisors • Ability to provide input and recommendations on operations • May be potential exposure to toxic or hazardous materials Applicant Notices & Disclaimers For information on benefits, equal opportunity employment, and location-specific applicant notices, click here At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 18.00/hr.