Abbott · 2 days ago
Forensic Scientist II, Screener
United States - Louisiana - Gretna
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.15/hr - $34.25/hr
1+ years expAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. They are seeking a Forensic Scientist II, Screener to operate instruments for the initial analysis of urine specimens for substances of abuse, adhering to SAMHSA guidelines. The role involves performing moderate and high complexity testing, operating and maintaining analyzers, and ensuring confidentiality of donor information.
BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedicalMedical DeviceNutritionPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Operation and maintenance of the Screening Instrument and initial review of data
Perform moderate and high complexity testing
Operate, calibrate, and maintain analyzers
Troubleshoot issues with screening instruments
Knowledge of nomenclature and assay cutoffs
Knowledge of screening methods
Adherence to all security procedures for ensuring confidentiality of donor information
Adherence to all established guidelines outlined in the Employee Handbook
Qualification
Required
BS degree in science or equivalent related field
1-3 years' experience
Detail oriented
Multitasking
Good documentation practices
Preferred
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
Benefits
Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
Company
Abbott
Abbott is a healthcare company that produces diagnostic kits, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.79M2011-03-15Post Ipo Debt· $0.1M
2009-03-16Post Ipo Debt· $6.69M
1980-12-12IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Ford
President & Chief Executive Officer
Mike Peterson
Senior Vice President
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