Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant/Personal Care Assistant/Caregiver

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Technician to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will perform a variety of laboratory procedures and specimen collections to support diagnostic testing, clinical trials, and research initiatives. Your expertise will contribute to accurate patient assessments, research accuracy, and overall laboratory efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for advancing medical science through precise laboratory work. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment committed to excellence in healthcare and research.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens such as blood samples, tissues, and other biological materials using aseptic techniques and proper laboratory procedures.
• Perform laboratory tests including ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay), PCR (polymerase chain reaction), flow cytometry, immunoassays, RNA extraction, DNA isolation, and blood banking techniques.
• Manage laboratory data accurately using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and ensure proper documentation of all procedures and results.
• Conduct routine laboratory maintenance, calibration of equipment, and quality control checks to ensure optimal performance.
• Assist with clinical trial sample handling, specimen processing, and data analysis to support research studies.
• Follow strict safety protocols related to specimen collection, processing, and handling of hazardous materials while maintaining an aseptic environment.
• Support laboratory management tasks including inventory control, supply ordering, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient-related procedures such as venipuncture, blood sampling, vital signs measurement, and phlebotomy.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and hospital procedures relevant to laboratory operations.

Skills

• Extensive experience with clinical laboratory techniques including ELISA, PCR, flow cytometry, immunoassays, RNA extraction, DNA isolation, and blood banking.
• Strong data management skills with proficiency in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and data analysis tools.
• Proven ability to perform specimen collection/processing accurately using venipuncture and phlebotomy techniques.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards including aseptic technique and handling of biological specimens.
• Familiarity with hospital environments and clinical laboratory workflows involving vital signs measurement and blood sampling procedures.
• Excellent understanding of medical terminology, anatomy knowledge, physiology concepts related to blood banking and specimen processing.
• Ability to operate complex laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, analyzers for ELISA/PCR/flow cytometry assays while maintaining calibration accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills for managing laboratory inventory and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in clinical trials or research settings. Join us in making a difference through precise diagnostics and innovative research! This role offers an engaging environment where your technical expertise directly impacts patient care and scientific discovery.

Work Location: In person