Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
The Molecular Technologist performs complex techniques involving clinical analysis of a variety of patient specimens for the detection of human pathogens in conformance with state and federal guidelines.
- Analyze and review results, and accurately enter results into LIS systems.
- Performs accurate DNA/RNA extraction of clinical samples.
- Independently and accurately perform routine and complex real-time qPCR and NGS on clinical samples for the detection of bacteria, fungi, and COVID-19 and other viruses
- Performance of Biofire GI panels on clinical samples
- Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and function checks on instruments and equipment.
- Performs QA/QC to ensure validity and analytical performance of test results and troubleshooting according to lab protocols.
- Accurately performs reagent aliquoting.
- Aiding in the development of tests including performing validation studies.
- Any other duties as assigned by the laboratory manager or other superiors/upper management.
Requirements:
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Possesses general clinical laboratory skills such as pipetting, a basic understanding of QA/QC activities, utilization of standard protocols, ability to critically think and troubleshoot, and proper specimen handling.
- Capable of working independently and with a group
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Superb teamwork and multitasking skills
- Basic computer skills including proficiency in MS Office
- Experience with DNA/RNA Extraction and real-time qPCR.
- Experience with chemistry analyzers is a plus.
- MB, MLT, or MLS license a plus