Serology Medical Technologist I - ASCP required

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation For The Advancement Of Military Medicine • Silver Spring, MD

269d • $24 - $33

About The Position

HJF is seeking a Serology Medical Technologist I to support the Diagnostics and Countermeasures Branch (DCB) located at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, Maryland. HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to DCB. The position requires American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification. The incumbent will perform assays/procedures in strict accordance with the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies, Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP), accrediting bodies, and U.S. regulatory agencies to include the CAP, DoD Clinical Laboratory Information Program (CLIP), and the U.S. FDA. The incumbent is responsible for preparing and analyzing samples, operation and maintenance of state-of-the-art instrumentation, and ensuring adherence to all quality control procedures in support of clinical diagnostic and clinical research initiatives. No evening shifts required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree within life science preferred.
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required.
• Excellent laboratory and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently once trained, excellent record keeping ability.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement for better efficiency.
• ASCP certifications for cytology, histology, microbiology, serology-immunology, hematology, clinical chemistry, and/or immunohematology required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Responsibilities

• Performance of serological screening assays for the detection of HIV in a high throughput laboratory.
• Performing specimen processing duties in accordance with laboratory SOPs, manufacturer guidelines and CAP/ FDA regulations.
• Ensures proper handling of samples, data entry, aliquoting of samples for storage, retrieval of samples and the monitoring of laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Reviews sample run data and quality control data and ensures all regulatory compliance standards are met while following established SOPs.
• Ensures proper entry of specimen data and testing results into databases or the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Ensures compliance with all Quality Assurance (QA) program requirements including but not limited to quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting activities and documentation in accordance with QA and departmental established SOPs.
• Performs and documents all weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance on equipment in accordance with SOPs.
• Responsible for performing tasks in accordance with the applicable safety regulations and instructions.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the Lead Technologist.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree