Technologist Trainee Medical Laboratory

This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm

Position: Technologist Trainee Medical Laboratory 7518

Location: Southaven MS

Schedule: 4AM - 12:30 PM Tuesday- Saturday [5, 8 hour days] 3rd shift.

Projected duration: 3 to 6 months + potential for perm

Job code: CVDJP00027518

Previous experience preferred but open to new grads

Benefits are available

Summary:

The main function of a lab technologist trainee is to perform complex medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

A typical lab technologist trainee usually reports to a biochemist or microbiologist.

Job Responsibilities:

Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.

May analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.

Monitor clinical trials for research organizations or internal research.

Cultivate, isolate, and assist in identifying microbial organisms, and perform various tests on these microorganisms.

May conduct clinical trials of pharmaceuticals.

Enter data from analysis of medical tests and clinical results into computer for storage. Operate, calibrate and maintain equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, and computer-controlled analyzers.

Skills:

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and problem solving skills. Basic ability to work independently and manage one time.

Basic knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries and diseases.

Basic knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (international quality standard for human clinical trials) and local regulations.

Basic ability to analyze data and accurately document and record results. Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field required.

0-2 years experience required.