Molecular Laboratory Technologist, Tues-Sat, Days

NeoGenomics•Durham, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

NeoGenomics is looking for a Molecular Laboratory Technologist who wants to learn and continue to grow in order to allow our company to grow. This is an onsite position with a Tuesday - Saturday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm shift, starting as a 12:00pm - 8:30pm shift for an undetermined period of time. As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology from an accredited college or university preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences with the addition of at least 1 year of laboratory experience/training/training course
Understanding of general laboratory techniques with emphasis on department specific techniques
Possesses appropriate computer skills to accomplish tasks
Ability to communicate effectively
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual
Good visual acuity, including color perception required for certain departments
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of equivalent experience (high complexity molecular testing) preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of test results and supports team workflow by mentoring others on time management and prioritization
Determines specimen acceptability, prepares specimens for testing, identifies specimen related issues, and independently resolves specimen problems within defined scope
Performs newly introduced molecular tests requiring defined skills once trained and authorized
Ensures testing and workflow documentation is complete and accurate and identifies gaps or needed clarifications in SOPs and escalates recommendations appropriately
Performs quality control and independently investigates QC failures within defined scope and conducts initial root cause analysis (RCA) and documents findings for escalation as needed
Demonstrates proficiency in all applicable molecular testing areas and independently troubleshoots assigned instruments and procedures
Applies CAP/CLIA molecular requirements to daily testing activities and supports audits and inspections as assigned
Optimizes batching, assay setup, and workflow efficiency and independently assists with additional setups to support throughput and TAT
Serves as a molecular trainer for routine and complex procedures and instrumentation and adjusts training pace and oversight based on trainee competency