NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Public Health Laboratory Technician I
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $73K/yrNEOGOV is seeking candidates for the Public Health Laboratory Technician position with the County of Sonoma's Department of Health Services. The role involves processing and testing environmental and human specimens while ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols.
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Responsibilities
Performing microbiological laboratory tests on river, ocean, recreational, drinking, and shellfish growing waters
Performing laboratory tests on milk samples
Operating and maintaining various types of laboratory support equipment (pH meters, balances, media dispensers, conductivity meters, distilled water system, autoclaves, etc.)
Performing quality control testing for biological testing and equipment compliance
Preparing and processing a variety of microbiological specimens for examination by the Public Health Microbiologists
Assuring sterilization and cleanliness of work area, instruments, and equipment
Preparing microbiological media and reagents
Providing phone and in-person customer support
Conducting inventory and supply management for the lab
Qualification
Required
Coursework in biology, chemistry, or equivalent natural science
Some experience working in a public health or clinical laboratory
Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position
Knowledge of biology and chemistry
Knowledge of general scientific terminology
Knowledge of quality assurance and control methods and procedures
Knowledge of occupational hazards of and safety precautions for a public health laboratory
Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in a public health laboratory
Knowledge of methods and procedures used in thorough cleaning and sterilization of laboratory equipment
Knowledge of basic mathematics
Ability to learn to perform laboratory tests of non-human specimens submitted to the laboratory
Ability to use and maintain laboratory equipment
Ability to follow oral and written instructions of a technical nature
Ability to make arithmetic calculations and keep accurate records
Ability to perform repetitive laboratory tasks
Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the laboratory
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, staff of outside agencies, and members of the public
Preferred
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, record keeping, and data entry skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical ability
The ability to develop and maintain good working relationships
Benefits
Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement to Public Health Laboratory Technician II ($38.49/hour)
Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
County Paid Health Premium Contributions- 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement- County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
Retirement- A pension fully integrated with Social Security
Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
Student Loan Debt Relief - County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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