Forensic Scientist II, Screening

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Forensic Scientist II, Screening

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement, the student debt program and education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.

A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

The position of Screening Technician II is within our Toxicology Division of Abbott located at Richmond, VA. In this role, you will be in the position for a Screening Technician II as defined by SAMSHA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) in the Richmond SAMHSA-certified laboratory of Alere Toxicology Services. The individual filling this position will be responsible for operating the instruments used to perform the initial analysis on urine and oral fluid specimens for substances of abuse with the SAMHSA mandatory guidelines and those of other regulatory organizations.

What You'll Work On

Operation and maintenance of the Screening Instruments and initial review of data

Knowledge of all screening methods

Troubleshoot issues with screening instruments

Be able to meet turnaround goals and complete assigned tasks daily

Adherence to all standard operating procedures ensuring confidentiality of donor information

Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in Abbott's Employee Handbook

Screen all sample types on the analyzer

Cross train in Negative Certification

Discard specimens after analyzed

Complete all screen actions prior to the end of shift

Required Business Travel Requirements:

Travel to other domestic Alere offices may also be required

Additional Comments:

The individual may be required to work varying shifts or weekends to perform the Essential Functions

Required Qualifications

BS degree in science or equivalent related field

Advanced ability to understand analytical techniques and procedures.

Advanced ability to understand laboratory instrumentation

Advanced ability to understand certification requirements for SAMSHA, CAP-PUDT, and other relevant regulatory bodies

Basic ability to understand the function of a Laboratory Information System (LIS) and other laboratory computer systems

Basic understanding of drugs that are tested

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

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The base pay for this position is $17.80 - $35.60 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.