Job Code: 35130 Salary Grade: 13 Salary: $21.39/hr - $34.44/hr FLSA: Nonexempt

This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

The purpose of this classification is to collect and prepare specimens and schedule and perform standard drug screens and tests.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Conducts urine drug screens or other tests on court program participants and other clients as requested; receives orders for and/or orders urine drug screens; observes and collects specimens; calibrates analyzer; scans specimens and loads into analyzer; operates analyzer; refills reagents as needed; and evaluates, documents and forwards results.

Prepares and processes participant charts and records within designated timeframes and per established procedures; receives, reviews, records, and/or distributes charts and records; enters data into computer systems; logs, tracks, or maintains records; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and files, maintains, and stores hardcopy records.

Maintains cleanliness of laboratory; follows safety and infectious disease control policies and procedures; sterilizes work surfaces and equipment; and disposes of biohazardous waste in accordance with the department's waste management plan.

Maintains proper chain of custody and control of collected specimens; and stores, seals, identifies and mails specimens in accordance with established procedures and protocols.

Maintains inventories of supplies, forms, and equipment; ensures availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities; performs and records preventative maintenance and instrument checks; prepares and forwards purchase requisitions for needed materials, equipment, and supplies; and receives/distributes incoming supply shipments.

Maintains cleanliness of Cleans laboratory working surfaces and disposes of biohazardous waste in accordance with the department's waste management plan.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field required; two years of experience as medical laboratory assistant, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain valid Medical Laboratory Technician and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certifications.