Molecular Technologist

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer!Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members!Location: New JerseyDays: Tuesday-SaturdayHours: 1st shiftFull Time: Benefits EligibleThe Molecular Technologist is responsible for performing moderate and high complexity clinical sample testing within the Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory. Performs daily laboratory testing and analyzes, reviews, and reports test results. Maintains proficiency on a wide variety of molecular methods and technologies. Assists in training of personnel and competency assessments.What you'll doPerforms high complexity clinical assays according to written SOPsAdheres to departmental policies and procedures to include quality control, quality assurance, and safetyEnsures specimen integrity by adhering to the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing.General laboratory operations: keeping a neat work area, attending meetings, and complying with laboratory procedures and safety practicesAnalyzes reviews, and reports test and quality control results and takes remedial action when indicatedEnters and verifies data within the clinical LIMS systemMaintain analytical instruments, schedules authorized routine service, and maintains instrument documentationPerforms, enters, and maintains Quality Control assessments and dataGeneral laboratory housekeeping, including the regular cleaning of sinks, counters, and equipment as appropriateCreates and validates in-house control material and reagentsTrains and assesses personnel competencyCompletes other duties as assigned by lab managementMonitors laboratory data systems, conducts statistical metric analysisMakes recommendations for process improvement to managementCompletes proficiency testing online entries as assignedMonitors laboratory systems as assignedPerforms and documents reagent Quality Control verificationFile documentation associated with daily production runsProvides technical feedback to the Lab Supervisor regarding workflow issuesMake copies of relative forms used for production and validationDocuments laboratory inventory for assigned work areasPerform other laboratory duties as required and assignedWhat you need:Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as required in the State of New YorkB.S. degree in Medical Technology or Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science AND three years of pertinent laboratory experience OR an M.S. degree in Medical Technology or Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science AND one year of pertinent laboratory experiencePreferred- A minimum of one year laboratory training or experience or both in a clinical laboratory performing high complexity testing in a CLIA setting. Experience in NGS testing, preferably using ThermoFisher platformsScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift:Job Category:Laboratory OperationsCompany:ProPath Services, LLCSonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr