Clinical Laboratory Technologist II - Pathology & Immunology

Washington University in St. Louis

8d • $25 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The ideal candidate will perform laboratory testing using multiple clinical laboratory instruments and laboratory developed tests. Testing will support clinical and translational research for novel biomarker discovery and implementation of in vitro diagnostics spanning clinical chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and molecular diagnostics. This position will perform assays on blood and body fluids and assist with all technical aspects of clinical and research studies and experiments, including preparation of study materials and all appropriate documentation.

Requirements

• Associate degree
• Clinical Laboratory (3 Years)
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment.
• Lab/research equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree
• ASCP certification
• Experience in phlebotomy
• Bachelor's degree
• Adaptability
• Assay
• Clinical Studies
• Communication
• Continuing Learning
• Detail-Oriented
• Hematology
• High Reliability
• Instrument Repairs
• Instrument Troubleshooting
• Laboratory Testing
• Microsoft Excel
• Molecular Biology Techniques
• Multitasking
• Ordering Supplies
• Organizing
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Statistical Analysis
• Systematic Work
• Task Management
• Teamwork
• Working Independently

Responsibilities

• Performs high-complexity assays according to laboratory standard operating procedures, including instrument maintenance and assay troubleshooting on various newly developed instruments; may perform special assays with supervision by the laboratory manager.
• Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs laboratory manager of unusual situations and requests technical assistance.
• Assists with validation of new assays; compiles data for supervisory review; utilizes specific analysis, database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures and regulatory policies.
• Coordinates and maintains ordering of all reagents, consumables and other regularly used office supplies.
• Assists with education and training of laboratory personnel with regard to laboratory procedures and compliance of established regulatory procedures.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods, clinical relevance and standard operating procedures; participates in relevant continuing education programs and seminars.
• Assists laboratory manager with other duties and special projects as needed.
• Occasionally performs initial statistical analysis and review of data for newly brought up assays; prepares initial result reports for supervisory review.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree