Lab Technician

GeneDx • Gaithersburg, MD

4h • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lab Technician may support a range of laboratory functions including but not limited to the preparation, processing, and analysis of clinical DNA specimens in support of genetic disease diagnosis. Responsibilities include adherence to established specimen handling protocols, execution of both manual and automated testing methods, documentation of issues impacting test quality, and compliance with all quality control and proficiency testing requirements. With a focus on accuracy, procedural consistency, and operational efficiency, the role contributes to reliable diagnostic outcomes and supports broader laboratory testing services. The Lab Technician collaborates closely with supervisory staff and team members to ensure performance metrics are met and to maintain a high standard of laboratory practice across workflows and platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, laboratory science, or in one of the chemistry, or biological sciences and meets CLIA, CAP, and New York State CLEP personnel standards criteria.
• Foundational knowledge as a Lab Technician is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow established standard operating procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, record keeping, and reporting of results to team leads, supervisors, and test managers.
• Process samples using manual and automated methods aligned with home lab assignment (e.g., DNA Extraction, PCR, Array, NextGen).
• Meet or exceed workload and performance metric thresholds with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate effective time management, task prioritization, and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Perform routine laboratory and equipment maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
• Identify issues that may impact test performance, document corrective actions, and notify appropriate personnel when performance is not at acceptable levels.
• Adhere to quality control policies; document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, reagent preparation and testing, and instrument maintenance.
• Ensure proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as patient testing and document accordingly.
• Contribute productively in both independent and team-based work environments.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits
• Programs for parents and parents-to-be
• expert support for family planning, pregnancy, and postpartum care, including up to 22 weeks of fully paid parental leave (U.S.) and up to $25K annually for fertility, adoption, or surrogacy.

What This Job Offers

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