Associate Laboratory Technologist - DNA Core Lab

Versiti, Inc. • Milwaukee, WI

17h

About The Position

Under direct supervision by department leadership, the Associate Laboratory Technologist performs CLIA-regulated and clinical contract research testing. The role interacts with customers at a basic level and provides a high level of customer service to resolve concerns about sample acceptability and results. It also supports preparation of laboratory reagents and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, molecular biology, immunology, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related field.
• Associate's degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
• Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals.
• Basic mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to apply judgment to detailed and structured written or oral instructions.
• Ability to organize work to support an efficient and productive workflow.
• Flexibility to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic communication skills.
• Legible handwriting.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements, standard operating policies, and procedures.
• Perform scheduled testing.
• Support sample evaluation and processing as needed.
• Perform on-call, weekend, and holiday work as scheduled.
• Prepare reagents as scheduled.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance and calibration on equipment.
• Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Help maintain reagent and supply inventory.
• Maintain sample integrity and ensure proper identification of specimens.
• Participate in validations as applicable.
• Support training as assigned.
• Maintain departmental records as needed.
• Assist in educating fellows, residents, students, and laboratory visitors as applicable.
• Support preparation or management of proficiency samples in the laboratory as applicable.
• Release results in accordance with training and compliance requirements as applicable.
• Review daily work for accuracy and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Support transfusion product selection as applicable.
• Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the job classification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible full-time regular employees.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 7% dollar-for-dollar match.
• Voluntary programs and discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level