Drakos Urgent Care

Laboratory Technical Consultant

$30.00 – $42.00 per hour
Syracuse, NY
Part-time
Remote/Relocation: None
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Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health insurance available on first day of employment
  • Dental
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • HSA/FSA options available
  • Education allowance/tuition reimbursement programs available
  • Short term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Personal accident
  • Accidental death and dismemberment
  • Bereavement
  • Paid family leave
  • Paid Floating Holidays

Drakos Urgent Care is seeking a Laboratory Technical Consultant to support our laboratory operations. This part-time (20 hours/week) role focuses on providing technical oversight and guidance in virology and bacteriology within a fast-paced urgent care setting. The ideal candidate brings hands-on clinical lab experience, a solid understanding of microbiology testing, and a commitment to quality and compliance. They’ll collaborate with clinical staff to ensure accurate and timely results that support patient care. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to contribute their expertise while maintaining a flexible schedule.

Shift/Schedule

  • Overtime
  • Rotating Weekends as Scheduled
  • Evening shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Holidays

Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Provide technical guidance on virology and bacteriology testing in a moderate complexity lab
  • Review procedures, provide input on test selection, and lead in method validation
  • Lead troubleshooting and evaluation of new test methods or instrumentation
  • Train staff on testing procedures and conduct periodic competency reviews
  • Review and monitor quality control and quality assurance activities
  • Participate in the resolution of technical problems and recommend corrective actions
  • Ensure lab practices meet regulatory standards (CLIA, OSHA, NYSDOH)
  • Serve as a consultant on complex test results and unusual findings
  • Maintain proper documentation in support of inspections and compliance audits
  • Stay current on changes in infectious disease diagnostics and lab regulations
  • Schedule: Onsite 20 hours per week (flexible scheduling possible)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Medical Laboratory Science, Microbiology, or a related field
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in clinical virology and bacteriology in a moderate or high complexity laboratory.
  • Familiarity with CLIA regulations and laboratory quality systems
  • Experience in an urgent care or outpatient setting preferred
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and with clinical teams

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