Environmental Lead (Laboratory)

Ascend Clinical

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • $80,000-100,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
Environmental Lead (Laboratory)Location: Sunnyvale, CAWhy Ascend?Come work for a company that is transforming the industry!We are Ascend, one of the highest volume clinical laboratories in the United States. With the use of the most advanced tools and technology, we process millions of test each month. For over 30 years, we have been delivering industry-leading service and excellence in testing. At Ascend, we are relentless about innovation and growing to pioneer the future of clinical and environmental laboratory testing.Ascend is unlike most companies, offering the discipline of a healthcare leader and the mentality of a tech startup. As a company that is on the leading edge, we are seeking individuals with a similar mindset who enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Job SummaryEnvironmental Lead will lead and perform moderate to high complexity testing on non-clinical specimens. Will operate and maintain highly complex instrumentations such as Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) and Ion Chromatography (IC), as well as demonstrate proficiency on routine environmental testing, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting in accordance with protocols established by Ascend Clinical. Perform a variety of standardized microbiological tests such as heterotrophic place counts and endotoxin detection assay. Processes specimens, performs test preparation, specimen verification and tracking, all related clerical functions and general clean-up tasks for routine as well as high complex tests. Reports, analyzes, and verifies environmental results, which are substantiated by the proper use of quality control systems. Must recognize problems, identify causes and determine alternative methods and solutions. Actively contributes to quality assurance activities and participates in proficiency testing.Essential Functions:The successful applicant will be able to perform the following essential functions at minimum:
  • Knows and complies with all Ascend Clinical policies and procedures: General Policies, Chemical Hazard, Illness and Injury Prevention Program, Quality Assurance Program and ELAP. Understands the hazards associated with failing to follow those procedures.
  • Performs high complexity testing of water analysis according to EPA, AAMI, and/or ELAP guidelines.
  • Proficient in setting up multiple laboratory instrumentations used for non-clinical specimens.
  • Instrument daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance
  • Troubleshooting instruments
  • Instrument validation
  • Attends and completes advance training for department instrumentations.
  • Capable of assisting in sample processing and preparation in high complex test environments.
  • Actively participates in facility's Quality Assurance program.
  • Assists in orientation and training of new staff members, as directed by Management.
  • Assumes responsibility for special projects, as directed by Management.
  • Oversees completion of maintenance records and workstation/instrument supplies. Ensures that regular preventive maintenance by the manufacturer has been completed.
Qualifications:
  • College degree, science related preferred or equivalent number of years of relevant job experience.
  • 4 year job experience water testing related preferred or 6 years Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) experience.
  • Proficient in chemistry, math, medical terminology, knowledge of specimen preparation techniques, and principles of operation of common laboratory instruments.
  • Knowledge of analytical techniques and high complexity instrumentation such as ICP-MS and IC.
  • Ability to follow complicated instructions with accuracy and perform detailed tasks thoroughly and completely.
Benefits:Ascend provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, AD&D, Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program) Leave Benefits: Paid holidays, annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state /local paid leave where required), Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Other leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption leave) Retirement Benefits: Contributory pension plan and Savings Plan (401k).Compensation:
  • $80,000-$100,000
  • Salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to individual competencies, education/professional certifications, experience and performance in the role.
Ascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/VeteranIf you are interested in applying to Ascend and need special assistance or accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to hrmailbox@aclab.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.Powered by JazzHR

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