Molecular Technologist ll

Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc•Franklin, TN

2h•$32 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Molecular Technologist at iMDx performs high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA, CAP, TN Medical Laboratory Board, NY State Wadsworth, and company policies and procedures. In addition to primary laboratory testing responsibilities, this position assists and maintains iMDx’s CLIA Quality Program, supporting CLIA operations, including document control and equipment maintenance activities. At Insight Molecular Diagnostics (iMDx), our mission is to democratize access to molecular diagnostic testing. At our heart, we are a science-driven organization focused on giving clinicians and researchers the diagnostic tools they need to help improve patient outcomes. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in healthcare.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) in Chemical, Biological, Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science
ASCP or AMT certification required in Medical Laboratory Science
Current State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Lab Professional License highly preferred.
Must obtain a State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Laboratory Technologist- General within 3 months of hire
2+ years of clinical laboratory experience is required
Demonstrates Good Laboratory Practice and Good Documentation Practice
Strong micro-pipetting skills
Strong analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment; flexible and quickly adaptable to changing priorities
You have a “do what it takes – no job is too small” team player and a positive attitude with a willingness to wear other hats and step in to perform and support other roles when needed.
You understand the importance of timely delivery of patient results and are able to work holidays and/or weekends in order to meet turnaround times.

Nice To Haves

Experience in molecular diagnostics (e.g., Real-Time PCR, Droplet Digital PCR, Next Generation Sequencing) is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform clinical testing by following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintains records of patient test results
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g., perform daily/weekly/monthly/etc. maintenance tasks and yearly calibration/preventative maintenance)
Participate in quality assurance activities such as instrument/method comparison, reagent qualifications, proficiency testing (or Alternative Performance Assessment testing), instrument comparison, and reagent qualifications as well as adhere to quality control procedures
Participate in troubleshooting and resolving assay or equipment issues and escalates to Laboratory Management
Successfully implement organizational initiatives and leadership directives.
Responsible for maintaining inventory of reagents and consumables
Provide recommendations for SOP revisions and may assist with revising SOPs
Follow all safety guidelines, maintain a safe and orderly work environment and wear personal protective equipment as needed.
Assists with training new laboratory staff
Support the company in the achievement of its goals (may participate in performing CLIA validation studies)
Work on other projects/tasks as assigned with moderate supervision; projects are mostly clerical and is a project participant (project lead as needed)
May perform other duties as assigned
Each individual performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results
Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed
Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance
Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
Perform high complexity testing only under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor.
Collecting and preparing specimens for analysis. Storing or transporting specimens using appropriate preservation methods.
Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties. Calculating the results of the tests performed if necessary.
Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment.
Recognizing and correcting basic instrument malfunctions. Notifying supervisory personnel when appropriate.
Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure, making any adjustments needed.
Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria.
Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implementing corrective action when indicated.
Determining performance specifications for new methods.
Establishing basic quality control procedures.
Performing comparison studies of precision, accuracy, linearity, and validation on new or existing procedures and reporting results in an established format.
Correlating and interpreting data based on knowledge of physiological conditions affecting test results. Assessing plausibility of laboratory results through correlation of data.
Indicating the need for additional laboratory tests for definitive diagnostic information in prescribed instances.
Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments.
Recognizing problems, identifying the cause, developing alternatives and determining solutions where no preset criteria are available.
Establishing and monitoring quality assurance/continuous quality improvement programs.
Establishing and monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations.
Maintaining records that demonstrate the proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Utilizing laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results.
Writing laboratory procedures conforming to standardized format.
Performing clinical orientation and supervision for students and new or less skilled laboratory personnel.
Participating and providing input in competency evaluations.