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ICON plc

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Dublin
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science, 3+ years in Clinical Chemistry, strong communication, organizational, multitasking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • You will operate lab equipment, perform quality control, maintain documentation, troubleshoot issues, verify patient IDs, and ensure adherence to procedures while fostering teamwork and process improvement.

Requirements

  • You will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
  • 3+ years experience working in a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.
  • You will need strong interpersonal and communication skills, good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential, ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership, and strong creative thinking and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centre around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
  • As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
  • Operate equipment carefully and according to procedures; maintain laboratory automation equipment per established operating procedures.
  • Perform necessary equipment checks, performance testing, preventive maintenance, and quality control on equipment per laboratory guidelines, as assigned.
  • Assure equipment and instruments meet performance standards.
  • Maintain QC related documents.
  • Assure the accuracy of all tests performed by adhering to the laboratory’s Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Maintain complete documentation for assay tracking and results for review/reporting.
  • Participate in the Proficiency Testing Program as assigned.
  • Complete the performance of proficiency testing in assigned laboratory sections.
  • Review all test requests thoroughly for errors, omissions, clarity, and potential problems.
  • Verify patient identification at all steps of every procedure and maintain complete accuracy.
  • Follow unidirectional flow of specimen handling to avoid contamination.
  • Notify supervisor of discrepancies and records corrective action taken.
  • Help maintain commonly used equipment and resolve minor equipment problems. Troubleshoot instrument related issues as they occur.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently are essential.
  • Ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership.
  • Strong creative thinking and problem solving skills.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Medical Technologist II at ICON plc?

The primary role of a Medical Technologist II at ICON plc is to ensure that the Central Laboratory meets the highest quality standards by processing, analyzing, and reporting results of clinical trial patient samples in Clinical Chemistry Laboratories.

What qualifications are required for this position?

To be successful in the role, candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent field, along with 3+ years of experience working in a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.

Are there any specific interpersonal skills needed for this job?

Yes, strong interpersonal and communication skills, good laboratory and organizational skills, an ability to work independently and efficiently, and strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

What type of environment can I expect while working in this role?

The environment is fast-paced and busy, as it is within a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries.

Does ICON plc provide opportunities for professional development?

Yes, ICON plc is committed to developing its employees in a continuous learning culture and provides engaging work experiences that contribute to professional development.

What types of benefits does ICON offer?

ICON offers a comprehensive and competitive total reward package, which includes various annual leave entitlements, health insurance options, retirement planning offerings, a global Employee Assistance Program, life assurance, and flexible optional benefits.

How does ICON promote a diverse workplace?

ICON fosters a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent, ensuring an inclusive environment free from discrimination and harassment.

What is the approach ICON takes towards quality control in the laboratory?

The Medical Technologist II is expected to ensure the accuracy of all tests performed by adhering to the laboratory’s Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures and maintaining complete documentation for assay tracking and results.

Can I apply for this position if I don't meet all the requirements?

Yes, candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of whether they meet all the requirements, as there’s a chance they could be exactly what ICON is looking for for this or other roles.

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ICON plc

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times. We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.