Molecular Technologist ll /Medical Laboratory Scientist

Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc•Franklin, TN

8d•$32 - $39

About The Position

The Molecular Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist at Insight Molecular Diagnostics (iMDx) performs high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA, CAP, Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board, New York State Wadsworth, and company policies and procedures. Alongside primary testing duties, the role helps maintain iMDx’s CLIA Quality Program and supports CLIA operations, including document control and equipment maintenance. The position performs clinical testing and maintains patient-result records; operates and maintains laboratory equipment; participates in proficiency testing, quality assurance, quality improvement, troubleshooting, and reagent qualification; and supports inventory, SOP updates, staff training, and laboratory safety. The employee may also contribute to CLIA validation studies, supplier qualification, and changes or implementations involving LIMS and other laboratory systems. Work on assigned projects is performed with moderate supervision, and the role assists with the eQMS system at the direction of CLIA Leadership. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory or scientific discipline, ASCP or AMT certification in Medical Laboratory Science, and at least two years of work experience. A current Tennessee Department of Health Medical Lab Professional License is highly preferred; the employee must obtain a Tennessee Medical Laboratory Technologist-General license within three months of hire. Molecular diagnostics experience is preferred. The position may require working weekends and/or holidays to meet patient-result turnaround times.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree at minimum in Chemical, Biological, Clinical, or Medical Laboratory Science.
ASCP or AMT certification in Medical Laboratory Science is required.
Must obtain a State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Laboratory Technologist-General license within three months of hire.
At least 2 years of work experience is required.
Clinical laboratory experience.
Demonstrated Good Laboratory Practice and Good Documentation Practice.
Strong micro-pipetting skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Positive, flexible team-player attitude and willingness to support other roles and tasks as needed.
Ability and willingness to work holidays and/or weekends when necessary to meet turnaround times.
All candidates must take a color vision test.

Nice To Haves

Current State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Lab Professional License is highly preferred.
Experience in molecular diagnostics, such as Real-Time PCR, Droplet Digital PCR, or Next Generation Sequencing.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical testing according to laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining patient test records.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including routine maintenance and yearly calibration or preventative maintenance.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Participate in proficiency testing or alternative performance assessment, instrument comparison, and reagent qualification.
Perform quality assurance activities, including instrument or method comparison and reagent qualification.
Follow quality control procedures and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Troubleshoot and help resolve assay or equipment issues, escalating them to Laboratory Management as needed.
Implement organizational initiatives and leadership directives.
Maintain inventory of reagents and consumables.
Recommend SOP revisions and assist with revising SOPs.
Follow safety guidelines, maintain a safe work environment, and use personal protective equipment as needed.
Assist in training new laboratory staff.
Support company goals, which may include participating in CLIA validation studies.
Complete assigned projects and tasks with moderate supervision; projects are mostly clerical, with participation and possible project leadership as needed.
May participate in the CLIA supplier qualification process.
May participate in design changes, validations, testing, and implementations for LIMS and other laboratory systems.
Assist with the eQMS system for CLIA operations under the direction of CLIA Leadership.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Work weekends and/or holidays when needed to meet patient-result turnaround times.