Clinical Laboratory Technologist II - Pathology & Immunology

Scheduled Hours
40

Position Summary
The Clinical Laboratory Technologist II supports the daily operations of the microarray testing platform within the Clinical Genomics Laboratory. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of test results through adherence to established protocols and quality standards.


The technologist applies advanced technical skills to perform high-complexity testing, troubleshoot assay and instrumentation issues, and verify results for clinical reporting. They contribute to maintaining compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements in the CAP/CLIA environment and participate in quality assurance and quality control activities.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs high-complexity assays according to laboratory standard operating procedures, including instrument maintenance and assay troubleshooting; may perform special assays with supervision by the laboratory manager.
  
• Recognizes problem situations and participates in problem solving; informs laboratory manager of unusual situations and requests technical assistance.
  
• Assists with validation of new assays; compiles data for supervisory review; utilizes specific analysis, database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
  
• Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
  
  
• Ensures lab conditions and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained in accordance with established procedures and regulatory policies.
  
  
• Coordinates and maintains ordering of all reagents, consumables and other regularly used office supplies.
  
  
• Assists with education and training of laboratory personnel with regard to laboratory procedures and compliance with established regulatory procedures.
  
  
• Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods, clinical relevance and standard operating procedures; participates in relevant continuing education programs and seminars.
  
• Assists laboratory manager with other duties and special projects as needed.
  
• Performs initial statistical analysis and review of data; prepares initial result reports for supervisory review.
  

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
  
• Exposure to chemicals.
  
• Requires protective devices.
  

Equipment

• Lab/research equipment.
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:
Associate degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:
Clinical Laboratory (3 Years)

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification Preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses :
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:
Assay, Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), Clinical Studies, Continuing Learning, Instrument Repairs, Laboratory Testing, Molecular Biology Techniques, New Hire Training, Nucleic Acid Extraction, Ordering Supplies, Organizing, PCR Amplification, Sequence Analysis, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Statistical Analysis, Systematic Work, Task Management, Teamwork, Working Independently

Grade
C10-H

Salary Range
$25.30 - $37.94 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
  
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
  
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
  
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
  

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
  

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
  
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
  

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