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ICON plc

Sep 18, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Dublin
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s in medical laboratory science, 3+ years in Clinical Chemistry, strong communication, organizational skills, multitasking, teamwork, and creative problem-solving abilities.
  • You will operate and maintain lab equipment, perform quality control, ensure test accuracy, troubleshoot issues, document results, and participate in proficiency testing while adhering to procedures.

Requirements

  • You will possess a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or equivalent.
  • 3+ years' experience working in a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.
  • You will need strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential.
  • Ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership.
  • Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centre around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
  • As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
  • Operate equipment carefully and according to procedures; maintain laboratory automation equipment per established operating procedures.
  • Perform necessary equipment checks, performance testing, preventive maintenance, and quality control on equipment per laboratory guidelines, as assigned.
  • Assure equipment and instruments meet performance standards.
  • Maintain QC related documents.
  • Assure the accuracy of all tests performed by adhering to the laboratory’s Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Maintain complete documentation for assay tracking and results for review/reporting.
  • Participate in the Proficiency Testing Program as assigned.
  • Complete the performance of proficiency testing in assigned laboratory sections.
  • Review all test requests thoroughly for errors, omissions, clarity, and potential problems.
  • Verify patient identification at all steps of every procedure and maintain complete accuracy.
  • Follow unidirectional flow of specimen handling to avoid contamination.
  • Notify supervisor of discrepancies and records corrective action taken.
  • Help maintain commonly used equipment and resolve minor equipment problems. Troubleshoot instrument related issues as they occur.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential.
  • Ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership.
  • Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

FAQs

What are the educational requirements for the Medical Technologist II position?

You will need to possess a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or an equivalent field.

How much experience is required for this role?

A minimum of 3 years' experience working in a Clinical Chemistry laboratory is required.

What are the main responsibilities of a Medical Technologist II?

The primary responsibilities include processing, analyzing, and reporting results of clinical trial patient samples, maintaining quality control, conducting equipment checks, and ensuring adherence to laboratory standards.

Is there a focus on quality standards in this role?

Yes, the role emphasizes ensuring the Central Laboratory meets the highest quality standards and adheres to the laboratory’s Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures.

What skills are important for success in this position?

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, good laboratory and organizational skills, multitasking abilities, teamwork orientation, and strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, ICON is committed to developing employees in a continuous learning culture, providing engaging work and professional development experiences.

What benefits does ICON offer to employees?

ICON provides a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which includes base pay, variable pay, recognition programs, health insurance, retirement planning, and various employee benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance.

Is ICON an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, ICON, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

Do I need to submit a request for accommodation if I have a medical condition or disability?

Yes, please submit a request if you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform essential job functions.

Can I apply for this position even if I don't meet all the listed requirements?

Yes, you are encouraged to apply regardless of whether you meet all the requirements, as you may be exactly what we are looking for at ICON.

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ICON plc

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times. We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.