Laboratory Technician Team Lead
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. IDEXX products enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and build more economically successful practices. IDEXX is also a worldwide leader in providing diagnostic tests and information for livestock and poultry and tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Headquartered in Maine, IDEXX Laboratories employs more than 5,000 people and offers products to customers in over 100 countries.
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician Team Lead to perform tests and lead the team in our soon-to-be-open new laboratory in New Haven, CT. This is a full-time, benefited, day shift position with a Monday thru Friday work schedule. Hematology experience, including the reading of manual differentials, strongly preferred. The ideal candidate has broad general laboratory experience and great customer service skills, and is comfortable working with limited supervision.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Interpret and report out on results
· Maintain a clean and safe work environment
· Participate in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation to improve lab performance
· Restock supplies as needed for each shift
· Perform multiple tasks with accuracy and speed
· Inform supervisor of workflow progress and discrepancies during shift
· Support lab personnel to achieve turnaround times (TATs)
· Assist clients as directed by supervisor
· Have knowledge of quality control guidelines, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting for department’s equipment
· Have knowledge of routine laboratory equipment and procedures
· Read, understand, and follow applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs)
· Prepare specimens for routine laboratory assays
· Be able to run all routine laboratory assays and analyses performed by department
· Fill all reagents needed and document quality control information for equipment used
· Prepare equipment for next shift (fill reagents, run controls, etc.)
· Document and report problems to supervisor
· Clean and stock supplies in work area
· Enter and track client sample and result information
· Perform minor machine maintenance procedures as directed
· Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and abnormal test results
· Work with laboratory team to ensure client turnaround times (TATs)
· Assist and train new technical staff
· Assist in development of new procedures and protocols to improve efficiency of department
· Act as resource for client inquiries
· Assist supervisor with schedule and staffing issues
· Understand and follow IDEXX laboratory safety procedures
· Understand and follow IDEXX quality control procedures
· Act as lead in the absence of supervisor
· Accurately enter assay results into client reports
· Basic understanding and following concepts of LEAN and 5S
· Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
EDUCATION:
· Vet tech,
· National Certification preferred
EXPERIENCE:
· Minimum 4 years experience preferred
· Some laboratory experience highly desired
· Data entry skills required
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Knowledge of GCP guidelines as appropriate
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Strong attention to detail
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This job classification requires that the applicant be capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours, sitting, lifting up to 40 pounds, carrying up to 40 pounds, reaching, speaking, seeing, and hearing. This job classification also involves repetitive use of the hands, wrists, and arms. Applicants must be able to meet the minimum dexterity requirements of the position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position involves a potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards. A complete list of such chemicals is available from the departmental supervisor.
No unsolicited Employment Agency resumes are accepted.
EOE/M/F/D/V
