Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician to support molecular diagnostic testing within a clinical laboratory environment. This role is responsible for performing complex laboratory testing, maintaining strict quality standards, and ensuring accurate documentation of results. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong troubleshooting abilities, experience with molecular assays, and a commitment to maintaining contamination-free laboratory processes.

Schedule:

• Full time, Nights
• 11p-7a
• Wed-Sat; M-Thurs rotating schedule

Responsibilities:

• Perform molecular diagnostic testing and laboratory procedures according to established protocols
• Maintain aseptic techniques and follow strict contamination-control procedures in molecular laboratory environments
• Follow unidirectional workflow practices, understanding separation of pre-amplification and post-amplification areas
• Properly handle specimens and utilize pipetting techniques to prevent contamination and ensure personal safety
• Perform and document quality control (QC) testing and support environmental monitoring procedures
• Identify patterns or irregularities when reviewing test results and troubleshoot potential issues
• Maintain accurate and organized laboratory documentation, including tracking data in Excel
• Collaborate with laboratory staff to ensure efficient testing workflow and compliance with laboratory standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Associate's degree as a Medical Laboratory Technician
• ASCP Certification
• Prior clinical laboratory or molecular diagnostics experience preferred

Required Skills

• Experience with molecular assays, including: PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction), TMA (Transcription-Mediated Amplification), Microarray testing
• Familiarity with molecular testing platforms such as: Hologic systems, MDX platforms, Verigene systems
• Strong understanding of aseptic laboratory techniques, including: Proper glove use and changing protocols, Effective hand hygiene practices, Prevention of specimen and environmental contamination
• Experience with quality control processes and environmental monitoring
• Ability to analyze results, recognize trends, and troubleshoot testing discrepancies
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to maintain accurate, clear, and concise records

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

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