Special Chemistry Technical Specialist

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.0 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

Salary Range: $43.31 - $59.55

Shift Differentials:

• $2.02 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• $4.50 extra for working between 11:00pm - 7:00am
• $1.87 extra for working weekends

External candidates may be eligible for Relocation Assistance!

Position Summary

The Special Chemistry Lab Technical Specialist provides advanced technical oversight and subject-matter expertise for the Capillarys Octa 3, Optilite, and Phadia platforms. This role ensures optimal instrument performance, assay accuracy, and regulatory compliance through method validation, quality control review, troubleshooting, and maintenance coordination. The specialist serves as a key resource for technical staff, providing training, competency support, and guidance on complex testing issues. Responsibilities also include reagent management, QC and PT oversight, collaboration with vendors, and support for inspection readiness. The role partners closely with laboratory leadership to drive continuous improvement, standardization, and high-quality patient test results within the Special Chemistry section.

Position Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in a high-complexity testing laboratory is required

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field is required
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field is preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• MLS: Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent (MT by AMT, HEW/HSS, CLS by CDPH, Medical Lab Specialist by US Military MT [ASCP]) is required

Working Conditions

• This position requires the ability to stand/walk or lift/handle/carry between 20 and 50 pounds as a regular part of your work duties.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

• Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

At Asante, we are guided by our values:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.