Laboratory Receiving Technician 1

What You'll Do:

No ag background, no problem! You'll learn all about agriculture from our top-notch experts who dedicate their lives to a cleaner, safer, better Ohio. The Central Receiving section within the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is responsible for receiving and processing samples submitted for testing, including those from walk-ins and deliveries.

This position is responsible for:

• Receives and processes diagnostic samples submitted to the Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (ADDL)
• Uses computer & laboratory information management system (LIMS) for accessioning of submissions
• Participates in day to day operations of the Central Receiving lab section
• Receives a variety of diagnostic samples (i.e., blood, serum, urine, tissue, oral fluids, feces, rabies suspect samples etc.) from clinicians, the necropsy floor, authorized field agents & other laboratories
• Opens mail and verifies that submission forms contain required information
• Confirms sample identification, matching paperwork to sample
• Inputs submission information into the LIMS i.e., Avian Serology, Brucella canis, and Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) submissions
• Scans submission forms and attaches them to each LIMS accession
• Prints accession labels and applies them to samples and submission forms
• Answers telephone calls from clients
• Organizes and assigns identification numbers to samples
• Organizes test tube racks and trays
• Assists other receiving technicians more complex accessioning duties
• Provides excellent customer service to external and internal customers
• Assist with daily maintenance of the assigned laboratory section & associated equipment such as computer, scanner, barcode readers, and refrigerators
• Participates in the laboratory's biosafety and Quality Management System
• Cleans and disinfects work area
• Performs general housekeeping tasks of laboratory sinks, benches & other laboratory areas
• Files archived submission records and participates on laboratory digitization efforts
• Processes EIA forms for courier delivery
• Performs other duties as assigned

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of these principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect, empathy, transparency, equality, and equal access.

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Maternity Benefits

• Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal, childbirth, and post-childbirth services are provided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.
• Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:

o Prenatal care, including physician visits and examinations.

o Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).

o Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.

o Inpatient NICU claims, from birth through discharge.

o Postpartum care, including office visits for follow-up, and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

• Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g., morning sickness, postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance, deductible, and out-of-pocket limits.
• Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.

Formal education in arithmetic that included fractions, decimals & percentages & reading, writing & speaking English; 1 course or 3 months experience in high school science (e.g., biology, chemistry, geology, microbiology) which included laboratory testing & use & maintenance/sanitation of laboratory equipment.

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.