COMPANY PROFILE:

Precision Diagnostics, based in San Diego, California is a fast-growing clinical laboratory that specializes in providing quantitative drug testing, primarily for the purpose of helping physicians monitor their patients undergoing treatment for pain or substance abuse. Precision’s objective is to improve patient adherence/compliance with their prescription regimen and protect medical practices from liability.  

The Aliquoter is an entry level position in our laboratory and provides the individual with firsthand experience working in a state-of-the art laboratory. The Aliquoter plays an important role in our testing process, ensuring to extract the precise amount needed from each sample. This role comes with tremendous opportunity for growth. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing aliquots of oral fluid and urine specimens prior to testing.
• Identify and categorize special handling specimens.
• Proper set up of workstation to minimize contamination.
• Follow all PPE requirements and safety regulations.
• Proper disposal of bio-hazardous material.
• Additional laboratory tasks including specimen inventory, trouble shooting, and workstation decontamination.
• Identify specimen discrepancies.
• Follow company policies and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Scanning and organizing paperwork.
• Assisting with other duties as delegated.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong attention to detail and aptitude for accuracy
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to prioritize and multitask
• Able to work well with others and independently
• Flexibility in scheduling is highly desired
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Dependability and punctuality
• Proficient in MS office, especially Excel
• Minimum High School diploma and 0-1 year of relevant laboratory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or in-progress coursework with a major in an applicable natural science preferred.   
• An equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Schedule:

Part-time Tuesday-Saturday.    

• Varying shifts during the week (4-8 hours per shift) and full day Saturday (8:00am-4:00pm).   

• Up to 29 hours per week with flexible scheduling.   

• This is a minimum wage position.