Laboratory Technician - Temp - Urine Drug Screening Technician
Charleston County Government Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Location: Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Categories: Sciences and Laboratory
Job Type:
Posted: Oct 10, 2026
Job Description:
Laboratory Technician - Temp - Urine Drug Screening Technician
Description
Description
Charleston Center is a full-service Behavioral Health Agency that treats patients in an outpatient and inpatient setting.
HIRING HOURLY: $19.34 - $20.53
Hours: Early morning and evening shifts. Work Schedule can vary dependent on lab needs.
Continuation of employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding from services, program and agency earnings.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
Charleston Center is currently seeking a motivated individual to join our DPH/CLIA Certified Drug Screen Laboratory.
This position is responsible for collecting witnessed urine specimens from inpatient and outpatient donors, obtains results by running all specimens through a Beckman AU480 Analyzer, ensures results are reported to staff, and outside referrals.
Must have excellent customer service skills, legible handwriting, and the ability to master specific computer software and analyzer quality control and calibrations in order to achieve a SEIMENS on the job Analyzer Certification.
Please note that this position is for collection of drug testing specimens only, there are no venipuncture (blood) collections performed. Previous experience in specimen collection a plus. Requires work within a laboratory fume hood.
Packages/prepares samples for transport to on and off-site laboratories for further handling/analysis.
Applicant must have the ability to work with policies and procedures to handle biohazard waste and prepare for weekly pick-up.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree with a year or more of related experience, or any comparable combination of education and experience.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training