Molecular Technologist - PCR Testing
About The Position
Vanta Diagnostics is a rapidly growing, CAP- and CLIA-certified national laboratory delivering targeted molecular diagnostics designed to improve both clinical and economic outcomes. Our work empowers healthcare providers with actionable insights that support better decision-making and provide therapies that truly change patients’ lives. Known for our industry-leading turnaround times, we ensure results move quickly from the lab to the provider. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Vanta is expanding and actively seeking high-performing sales professionals to join our team. We’re looking for individuals who not only excel in their craft, but who also live our core values every day, ethics, service, and a genuine passion for helping providers achieve better outcomes, one patient at a time.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in science is required.
- At least one year of hands-on Lab experience is required
- Experience processing human samples in a high throughput clinical laboratory.
- Familiarity with molecular biology laboratory testing and analysis.
- A knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and other laboratory regulatory requirements.
- Experience with LIS and LIMS laboratory tracking systems.
- Experience troubleshooting laboratory processes and procedures.
- Knowledge and experience processing samples using automation solutions and liquid handling robots.
- Experience in understanding, following, and creating standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Responsibilities
- Perform DNA/RNA processing and high complexity molecular testing under CLIA/CAP and other regulatory guidelines.
- Perform patient testing utilizing the molecular workflows associated with the relevant clinical diagnostic assays.
- Process test specimens through DNA extraction and PCR testing.
- Perform test processes either manually or with automation as required.
- Perform the high-complexity molecular testing of human specimens with careful attention to detail while adhering to the quality systems protocols (SOPs) and safety requirements.
- Provide workflow-related technical guidance to group members and communicate workflow insights to the Product Development team.
- Monitor accuracy and performance of laboratory testing.
- Promote a high-performance, production-minded, positive work environment.
- Participate in laboratory process improvement initiatives as required.
- Maintain and clean the laboratory and laboratory equipment as needed including biohazard waste disposal.
- Maintains all logs (freezer, refrigerator, instruments, lab temperature/humidity).
Benefits
- Medical plans start day one of hire with 2 medical coverage tiers to choose from (HDHP & PPO)
- Vision & Dental Insurance on day one
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCFSA) available
- HRA Reimbursement program for all HDHP enrolled employees
- 401(k) with employer match
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short term disability (STD), long term disability (LTD), and dental insurance
- 100% Company-Funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and company holidays
- Voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & credit monitoring services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
