Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory Technologist II

Overview

The Molecular Diagnostics Technologist II position is designed for a knowledgeable and experienced laboratory professional with a minimum of three years of experience as a certified Medical Technologist (MT), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or Specialist in Molecular Technology (MB), or an individual with appropriate training and experience qualified to perform high complexity testing under CLIA 42

CFR
493.1489. This individual is responsible for day to day specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting. The person in this position is expected to possess the skills necessary to perform the essential functions of a laboratory technologist independently and with minimal supervision.

• Receives and process specimens according to department protocols.
• Assists the Supervisor, Manager and Director with administrative functions such as ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Produces, interprets and reports accurate and precise test results.
• Identifies and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting of patient samples.
• Communicates pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individuals.
• Performs instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
• Validates new methods.
• Completes CAP surveys.
• Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA/QC programs and monitors.
• Performs within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
• Exercises all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry s best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate Policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
• Addresses Client Concerns.

• Work with other departments within Path Group and subsidiaries.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Nothing in the job description restricts management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.