Lab Technician

Position supports ATEC’s R&D and Medical Education initiatives by carrying out all activities to execute simulated surgical experiences in the ATEC cadaveric operative laboratory including specimen procurement, handling, and disposition; lab event set-up, execution, and clean-up; inventory, equipment, and facility maintenance; and lab policy and protocol development and implementation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Cadaver lab / operating room set-up, event execution, and clean-up:

• Prepares cadaveric specimen(s) for surgical lab events by thawing, positioning, draping, and assisting in surgical dissections and/or exposures when necessary

• Identifies and/or orders necessary instrument and implant sets, organizing/displaying as appropriate for the procedure(s) to be performed

• Provides practical assistance as surgical scrub technician and/or circulating technician as needed throughout the execution of the lab events

• Operates the c-arm fluoroscope during surgical labs and trains others to properly use the c-arm

• Cleans up after each lab event by washing and sterilizing instrumentation, equipment, and surgical stations

Specimen procurement, handling, and disposition:

• Acts as coordinating liaison with tissue banks and other vendors, fostering solid supplier relationships and consistent specimen availability

• Orders, receives, handles, stores, and disposes of specimens in compliance with regulations and corporate policies

Inventory, equipment, and facility maintenance:

• Coordinates availability of all lab inventory including disposable surgical supplies (e.g., gowns, gloves, drapes, etc.) and instrument/implant sets (both general and ATEC branded) consistent with upcoming events and course requirements
• Monitors scrubs inventory and arranges for regular laundering
• Identifies and communicates needs for additional instruments, equipment, and staff based on event requirements and user feedback
• Monitors lab equipment for calibration and/or repair as needed

Lab safety, policy, and protocol development and implementation:

• Maintains a safe, productive, and clean lab facility, following all health hazard and other safety regulations and corporate policies, including the collection and processing of hazardous waste

• Follows written processes and procedures that outline compliance with all relevant health hazard standards and regulations. Works with management to establish new SOPs

• Ensures that personnel who support lab events follow relevant safety policies, guidelines, and regulations (e.g., company, OSHA, EPA, CDC)

• Trains, monitors, and reports on internal compliance with such policies and procedures

Lab event set-up, execution, and clean-up:

• Prepares specimen(s) for lab events by thawing, positioning, draping, and assisting in surgical dissections and/or exposures when necessary
• Orders and/or arranges for the availability of necessary instrument and implant sets, organizing/displaying as appropriate for the procedure(s) to be performed
• Acts as surgical scrub technician and/or circulating technician as needed throughout the execution of the lab events
• Operates the c-arm fluoroscope as needed during lab events and trains others in the proper use of the c-arm
• Trains sales reps, marketing staff, and other team members to act as c-arm and scrub technician support for lab events
• Assists in the development of education materials (i.e. technique videos, training collateral, PowerPoint slides, etc.)
• Cleans up after each lab event by washing and sterilizing instrumentation, equipment, and surgical stations
• Performs other duties as required.

Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Detail oriented with ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage demanding workload and lab schedule.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow to meet established timeframes.
• Ability to work within a cross-functional team and matrix management structure.
• Ability to occasionally travel to company sponsored events.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment consistent with department guidelines.
• Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of procedures, products and activities of assigned area.
• Knowledge of computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, Internet applications, etc.) required.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.

For roles based in the United States that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).

ATEC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state or local laws. Further, ATEC will make reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with disability discrimination laws.

Salary Range

Alphatec Spine, Inc. complies with state and federal wage and hour laws and compensation depends upon candidate’s qualifications, education, skill set, years of experience, and internal equity. $22 to $28 Full-Time Hourly Range.