Medical Technologist III - DCB

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HJF is seeking a Medical Technologist III to perform assays/procedures in strict accordance with the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies, Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP), accrediting bodies, and U.S. regulatory agencies to include the CAP, DoD Clinical Laboratory Information Program (CLIP), and the U.S. FDA. The incumbent oversees a Team of Medical Technologists I and II staff, providing training and mentorship in laboratory testing, instrument operations/maintenance and quality best practices.

This person is responsible for assessing their performance in preparing and analyzing samples, operation and maintenance of state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation, and ensuring adherence to all quality control procedures in support of clinical diagnostic and clinical research initiatives.

This position will be in support of the Diagnostics and Countermeasures Branch (DCB) and the Serology Division.

• Performs assays for the detection and confirmation of HIV and Hepatitis B in a high throughput laboratory as well as performance of serological assays for other infectious diseases as needed with a high level of expertise and proficiency to train others. In addition, performing specimen processing duties in accordance with laboratory SOPs, manufacturer guidelines and CAP/FDA regulations. Ensures proper handling of specimens, data entry, aliquoting specimen storage, retrieval, inventory, and disposal activities.
• Reviews and verifies raw run data, quality control and ensures all regulatory compliance standards and SOPs are met. Ensures proper entry of specimen data and testing results into databases or LIS.
• Coordinates and performs the validation of new assays, equipment, and materials as required with the Serology Senior Team Leads, Serology Technical Supervisor and QA Team.
• Performs, documents and is qualified to train others for all weekly, monthly, semi‑annual, and annual maintenance on equipment in accordance with SOPs.
• Ensures and verifies compliance with all Quality Assurance (QA) program requirements including but not limited to quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting activities and documentation in accordance with QA and departmental established SOPs.
• Works with and mentors direct reports to identify problems that may affect test performance and reporting of patient results; corrects the problem and immediately notifies the Serology Technical Supervisor.
• Aids the Technical Supervisor in the development and deployment of administrative duties to include but not limited to the writing/drafting of SOPs, providing input for process improvements and filing of documents following established department processes.
• Responsible for Data Tran Monitoring system as required including after hours, holidays and weekends.
• Responsible for performing other assigned tasks in accordance with the applicable safety regulations and instructions.
• Responsible for ensuring timely completion of staff competencies and proper filing in the training binder after QA review.
• Responsible for ensuring occurrence reports are accurately completed and submitted to QA in compliance with SOP requirements and established timelines.
• Must be able to perform all essential job duties for Serology Medical Technologist I and II.

• Assigned Lead:
  May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries.
• Provide input on employee performance evaluations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Science/Clinical Laboratory Technologist or similar fields.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

• Medical Technologist, ASCP or equivalent certification required.
• Excellent laboratory and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently once trained.
• Excellent record keeping ability, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement for better efficiency.

• Lifting:
  Requires lifting materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or…