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ICON plc

Aug 28, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • 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 ability, and a focus on teamwork and problem-solving.
  • You will operate lab equipment, maintain quality control, document assays, verify patient ID, troubleshoot issues, and promote process improvement while ensuring compliance with standards.

Requirements

  • - You will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
  • - 3+ years experience working in a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.
  • - Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • - Good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential.
  • - Ability to multitask.
  • - 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 is the job title for this position?

The job title is Medical Technologist II.

What does ICON plc specialize in?

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization.

What are the main responsibilities of a Medical Technologist II?

The main responsibilities include processing, analyzing, and reporting results of clinical trial patient samples in Clinical Chemistry Laboratories, maintaining quality control, and ensuring equipment meets performance standards.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent is required.

How much experience is needed for this position?

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

Are there opportunities for professional development at ICON?

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

What types of benefits does ICON offer to employees?

ICON provides a comprehensive benefit package including health insurance, retirement planning, employee assistance programs, life assurance, and flexible optional benefits.

Is there an emphasis on teamwork in this position?

Yes, strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership, are essential for this role.

Does ICON have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

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

What should someone do if they need accommodations during the application process?

Candidates should let us know through the designated form if they need a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability during the application process.

Can I apply if I don’t meet all the listed requirements?

Yes, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet all requirements, as you may be exactly what we’re looking for.

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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.