Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting clinical and laboratory operations to ensure accurate diagnostics and patient care. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, utilizing your technical expertise to perform essential laboratory procedures and specimen handling. Your contributions will directly impact research, clinical trials, and patient outcomes, making a meaningful difference every day. We are committed to fostering a collaborative atmosphere that values innovation, precision, and continuous learning.
Duties
- Collect, process, and handle biological specimens including blood, tissue, and other bodily fluids with strict adherence to aseptic techniques and safety protocols
- Perform laboratory tests such as ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay), PCR (polymerase chain reaction), flow cytometry, immunoassays, and RNA extraction to support research and clinical diagnostics
- Isolate DNA and RNA from various sample types for downstream analysis or research purposes
- Manage laboratory information systems (LIS) for accurate data entry, sample tracking, and result reporting
- Conduct routine laboratory procedures including venipuncture (blood sampling), blood banking, specimen processing, and vital signs measurement
- Maintain meticulous records of all laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality control measures
- Support laboratory management tasks such as inventory control, equipment calibration, and adherence to safety protocols in a clinical or research setting
Experience
- Proven experience working in a clinical laboratory or research laboratory environment with hands-on expertise in laboratory techniques such as PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, and immunoassays
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and blood banking procedures
- Experience with specimen collection methods including venipuncture and phlebotomy in hospital or clinical settings
- Familiarity with laboratory management systems (LIS) for data management and reporting purposes
- Background in handling clinical trials or research projects involving assay development or validation
- Demonstrated ability to perform blood sampling accurately while maintaining aseptic technique
- Prior experience working with hospital staff or within healthcare facilities is highly desirable
Join us to advance your career in a vibrant environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare and scientific discovery. Your skills will help drive innovative solutions that improve patient health outcomes while providing you with opportunities for professional growth.
Job Types: Part-time, PRN
Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63136
