Lead Molecular Technician

Veracyte•San Diego, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Molecular Technician’s primary responsibility is to assist analytical and post-analytical processes associated with specimen processing and test performance under the supervision and control of licensed individuals in the clinical laboratory and department leadership. This may include assisting with the processing and testing of clinical specimens, training personnel and performing competencies, supervising non-licensed personnel, implementing new processes, helping with projects, maintaining lab organization and cleanliness, adhering to quality control and quality assurance procedures. The Lead Molecular Technician is knowledgeable with, and is a resource for others within the laboratory, the use of equipment, databases, and software applications. The person in this position must be able to coordinate the integral daily tasks which consists of making sure that non-licensed personnel are performing their duties, maintaining flexibility with regards to work schedule including section assignment, daily work shifts, and days of the week as determined by business need, in order to meet the quality needed for excellent patient care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Lead Molecular Technician functions as a team lead, providing guidance and helping the supervisor coordinate workflows within the department. In addition, the main duties and responsibilities of the Lead Molecular Technician include the following, but not limited to: Demonstrate skill and reliability in leadership situations, including the appropriate handling of training, personnel issues, conflict resolution, and delicate subject matters. Report personnel and laboratory processing issues to management and participate/ engage in conflict resolution Train and perform competencies of non-licensed personnel Assist in the creation of training, and implementation of departmental standard operation procedures Assist in research and validation activities as a subject matter expert and work to translate improvements and new assays into the laboratory workflow Enhance existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds expectation Multi-task efficiently, maintain flexibility, and work as a team player to process samples according to multiple workflows and maintain established turnaround times Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed individual, Facilitate molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens Assist in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures Preparation and storage of reagents Able to follow instructions and strictly follow procedures Assist with maintaining inventory materials and laboratory supplies Assist in research and validation activities Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service Understand and perform laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
3 or more years of experience in a laboratory setting, working on the bench
Enthusiasm and an entrepreneurial spirit
Demonstrated self-starter
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The ability to navigate efficiently through, or have familiarity with, various laboratory information systems (LIS) and have proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint)
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs
Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping and moving about
Exposure to general office environment conditions
Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrate skill and reliability in leadership situations, including the appropriate handling of training, personnel issues, conflict resolution, and delicate subject matters.
Report personnel and laboratory processing issues to management and participate/ engage in conflict resolution
Train and perform competencies of non-licensed personnel
Assist in the creation of training, and implementation of departmental standard operation procedures
Assist in research and validation activities as a subject matter expert and work to translate improvements and new assays into the laboratory workflow
Enhance existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds expectation
Multi-task efficiently, maintain flexibility, and work as a team player to process samples according to multiple workflows and maintain established turnaround times
Capable of identifying specimen processing problems that may adversely affect the reporting of test results and immediately notify the supervisor
Facilitate molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens
Assist in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control activities in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures
Preparation and storage of reagents
Able to follow instructions and strictly follow procedures
Assist with maintaining inventory materials and laboratory supplies
Assist in research and validation activities
Complete other related administrative duties, including copying, filing, data entry, faxing, and quality control of spreadsheets
Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service
Understand and perform laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems
Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations
Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned