Clinical Laboratory Technologist
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Job Description
A-TEK Inc is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to support our vital mission to protect America's Public Health! This is a Second Shift OpportunityThis position will be responsible for performing clinical diagnostic testing under general supervision in a high-complexity laboratory.
Responsibilities Handle, receive, and process patient specimens;
Adhere to and follow laboratory established procedures for processing, analyzing and reporting patient samples; Familiarity with CLIA guidelines; Decontaminate workspaces, including biological safety cabinets and other items associated with processing and analysis activities;
Prepare reagents;
Perform nucleic acid extraction work;
Use real-time PCR techniques to identify pathogens; Analyze and interpret results; Perform data entry utilizing computerized or computer-linked systems;
Adhere to QA/QC requirements in accordance with the laboratory quality management systems, as specified by state and federal licensure laws; Maintain documentation of records demonstrating compliance with applicable training/retraining, competencies, and document reviews; Maintain equipment and instruments and the appropriate documentation Properly dispose of biohazardous waste; Restock and maintain inventory of necessary supplies;
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Medical Technology, Microbiology or a related science area from an accredited college or university
ANDcurrent certification as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP or equivalent).Experience
One year of experience with real-time PCR and aseptic techniques
Additional Information
A-TEK, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected Veteran status.Vacancy expired!