Clinical Laboratory Technician
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Position Overview
The Clinical Laboratory Technician position will be responsible for processing medically relevant biological samples through high throughput DNA extraction assays. This role will work within a team of Laboratorians in a fast-paced, high production setting to process research and clinical diagnostic samples to provide a test result to patients, oncologists and other medical practitioners, and researchers. As such, high attention to detail and clinical mindedness are crucial to success in this role.
This role is designed for employees who do not have one year of Clinical laboratory experience required for the Technologist positions. As such, this position is required to be supervised by Technologist or General Supervisor at all times when handling patient samples in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Perform DNA extractions, quantification, and dilutions in fast paced, high-throughput molecular laboratory.
- Demonstrate good clinical judgment and integrity.
- Perform protocols under compliance with regulatory agencies; model appropriate clinical, regulatory and safety practices.
- Complete tasks as assigned (e.g. routine clinical or research sample processing, validations, reagent QC runs, or special projects) accurately and following strict methodologies.
- Support business goals, knowledge and skills, and cross-functional teamwork.
- Keep accurate and detailed records for all workflows following Good Documentation Practices.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as liquid handling robotics and DNA quantification instruments.
- Enter and track data in a laboratory information database (LIMS - Genologics Clarity).
- Ensure compliance with lab regulatory agencies (GxP, FDA, ISO).
- Demonstrate understanding of underlying scientific principles of analytical methods and provide relevant information to Supervisor or Shift Lead to assist with troubleshooting assay or instrument issues leading to appropriate corrective actions.
- Exhibit clear and effective communication to facilitate effective handoff procedures.
- Record nonconformances for all appropriate errors.
- Lead by example and model appropriate cultural and professional behavior.
- Contribute to positive esprit de corps and culture of inclusion and support.
- Provide coverage for staff absences in collaboration with supervisory staff and team leads.
- Maintain continuing education credit requirements.
Requirements
Required:
- Perform with highest level of clinical judgment and integrity.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate across teams and disciplines.
Required Education and experience:
- Earned BS, or MS degree in a Chemical, Physical or Biological science from an accredited institution.
OR
- Successful completion of three years (90 semester hours or equivalent) in an accredited college or university with a distribution of courses as shown: (Where semester hours are stated, it is understood that the equivalent in quarter hours is equally acceptable. The specified courses must have included lecture and laboratory work. Survey courses are not acceptable.) 16 hours of chemistry, which included at least six semester hours in inorganic chemistry and are acceptable toward a major in chemistry; 16 semester hours in biology courses which are pertinent to the medical sciences and are acceptable toward a major in the biological sciences; and three semester hours of mathematics.
Preferred:
- Relevant internship or laboratory work strongly preferred.
- Experience working a clinical setting or high-throughput production molecular laboratory environment.
- Working knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment and supplies.
- Self-motivated and can work independently, with minimal supervision, while also working as part of a team environment in a dynamic organization. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Experience working with human blood, tissues and/or cells as well as proper handling of biohazardous material.
Working Conditions
Job involves working in a laboratory handling human biological specimens. Flexibility and willingness to work more than standard hours when necessary, including nights & weekends.
Physical Requirements
Individuals are required to sit or stand for much of the workday and perform data entry into computer systems.
Adaptive Biotechnologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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