Forensic Scientist II, Screening at Abbott Laboratories
Richmond, VA 23214
About the Job
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
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 Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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.
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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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.
