Lab Technician- Night Shift

We're looking for a Molecular Lab Technician (MLT) to help with day-to-day screening procedures for our molecular testing laboratory.

Were seeking a highly driven, motivated, and experienced Lab Technician that understands the PCR process, its importance, and work through each complex step with the upmost efficiency. The ideal Lab Technician will have patience, empathy, time management, and professionalism with patients, co-workers, and providers.

Job Responsibilities

Evaluate specimens received and organize workflow to provide optimum efficiency of testing and turnaround time of results

Extract, denature, and purify DNA/RNA from assorted specimen types

Perform PCR sequencing methods

Evaluate results to determine interference, inhibition, or other problems that arise during extraction, amplification, or sequencing of DNA

Perform quality control, validation, and other quality activities to verify performance of clinical assays

Maintain equipment by performing assigned maintenance activities and troubleshoot unexpected problems with equipment

Record data to monitor temperatures of incubation equipment

Operate complex equipment and computer programs related to equipment

Maintain a neat and clean work environment

Perform proficiency testing to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies

Assist in writing and maintaining standard operating procedures for clinical assays

Follow laboratory policies and procedures such as attendance and time reporting policies

Qualifications

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, OR Associates in Applied Science Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

6 months work experience in a CLIA-accredited clinical laboratory preferred

Ability to manage change, stand/walk for extended periods of time without resting, and to carry up to 20lbs in weight

Schedule:

Four 10-hour shifts Monday - Friday 9:00pm-7:30am. Off Day to be determined by Management.