Laboratory Screening Technician

Averhealth is looking for a dedicated Laboratory Screening Technician I to service our state-of-the-art Laboratory in St. Louis, MO. This position is Full-Time working 40+ hours per week with overtime eligibility. This is a great way to gain skills to start a career in the medical, addiction services, law enforcement, or emergency services field and a great opportunity for you as you will be working with those struggling with addiction.

DAY SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM + overtime opportunities

PAY: $20/HR + Full-Time Benefits

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Prepares specimen (urine) for analysis by receiving, opening, and pipetting in accordance with our standard operation procedures
• Prepares excess specimen samples for storage
• Enters sample information into the software database
• Disposes of samples after the analysis is complete
• Sends supplies to Averhealth sites as needed
• Maintains cleanliness of accessioning work areas

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $20.00 per hour
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Community Outreach Program

Averhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Averhealth is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Averhealth are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Averhealth will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Mobility, walking, climbing, sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting (minimum of 10 lbs), carrying, pushing, pulling, fine eye-hand coordination, ability to read, write, listen and speak clearly, the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and directions, ability to drive a vehicle and travel, and ability to remain calm under pressure. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to use computer, monitor, cell phone, mouse and keyboard extensively as well as other general office equipment.