Lab Technician

Laboratory Technician LCMS Serology Accessioning

Location : Bourbonnais IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

Shift : Monday-Friday Days

Summary

Lighthouse Lab Services is representing a clinical laboratory in Bourbonnais IL seeking a Laboratory Technician with hands-on experience in sample accessioning LC-MS operations and serology testing . This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Bachelors degree in Chemistry or a related science who are looking to expand their skill set within a CLIA-regulated lab environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience preparing and processing samples operating LC-MS instruments under supervision and performing serological assayspreferably on Hariba instruments. Strong attention to detail accurate documentation and adherence to SOPs are essential to success in this role.

Job Responsibilities

Sample Accessioning & Processing

Receive label and enter patient samples into the LIMS / LIS.

Verify paperwork and test orders for accuracy.

Prepare samples (centrifugation aliquoting plating dilutions as required).

Serology Testing (Hariba Instrument)

Run serology assays using the Hariba platform or equivalent.

Perform daily QC calibrations and routine analyzer maintenance.

Document results and flag QC failures or abnormal findings per SOP.

LC-MS Support

Prepare samples for LC-MS analysis including extraction and appropriate pre-analytical steps.

Operate LC-MS instrumentation for routine testing under the guidance of senior staff.

Assist with basic troubleshooting instrument cleaning and system checks.

Run controls blanks and calibration standards as required.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate records of testing QC maintenance and reagent usage.

Follow CLIA CAP and internal quality management requirements.

Participate in proficiency testing method validations and equipment verifications as needed.

General Laboratory Duties

Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Follow all safety protocols for handling patient samples reagents and chemicals.

Communicate effectively with supervisors technologists and other lab personnel.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biochemistry Clinical Laboratory Science or related scientific field.

Hands-on accessioning experience in a clinical or analytical lab.

Experience with LC-MS instrumentation (routine operation preferred; troubleshooting a plus).

Serology experience preferably on a Hariba analyzer or similar platform.

Familiarity with LIMS / LIS systems and basic laboratory documentation.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs accurately.

Ability to work in a fast-paced regulated environment.

Salary and Benefits

• $25-30 / hour
• Health Vision and Dental

About Us :

At Lighthouse Lab Services we offer solutions to help start grow and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and / or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local addition Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 25 - 30