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Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Processing Technician I

Lenexa, KSOnsiteFull Time$17–$17 /hrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Laboratory Processing
  • specimen receipt
  • sorting
  • data entry
  • QTN Lab Information System
  • Maxilog Data Entry
  • custody and control forms
  • urine specimens
  • hair

Nice to have

  • Lab experience

Role summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Processing Technician I in Lenexa, KS. This role is responsible for the routine daily sample processing within the Forensic Toxicology Processing Department, including specimen receipt, sorting, data entry, and adherence to strict forensic practices. The technician will process urine specimens and manage custody and control forms. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, and prior lab experience is preferred. The position requires strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to sit/stand for long periods.

Forensic Toxicology Laboratory Processing Technician I - Lenexa, KS, Tuesday to Saturday, 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM 

Pay range: $17.20+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

This position reports to the Supervisor, Forensic Processing and is responsible for the routine daily sample processing of the Forensic Toxicology Processing Department. This individual is accountable for all specimen receipt, sorting, data entry and work within the forensic processing department. 

Responsibilities

  • Understand the QTN Lab Information System 
  • Sort specimens by source (hair, oral fluid, urine, etc) and work list 
  • Completes Maxilog Data Entry 
  • Understands and adheres to strict forensic practices 
  • Processes urine specimens for regulated and non-regulated testing independently 
  • Adheres to company policies and procedures 
  • Scans/images of all custody and control forms 
  • Discards negative specimens 
  • Performs flexilog on routine urine specimens at 70 CCF’s per hour 
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor 

Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

Lab experience 

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Able to sit/stand for long periods 

Education

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Competencies

  • Interpersonal communication skills

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