About this opportunity
Arbor Diagnostics lists this Molecular / Microbiology Technologist I opportunity in dallas, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Details
Job Location: Arbor Diagnostics - DALLAS, TX 75219. Education Level: 4 Year Degree. Job Shift: Day. Job Summary: The Molecular/Microbiology Technologist I -entry-level clinical laboratory professional responsible for performing routine molecular/microbiology testing under established laboratory procedures. The technologist performs testing, quality control, instrument maintenance, and result reporting while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Duties/Responsibilities
Conducts routine molecular diagnostic assays including PCR, RT-PCR, multiplex PCR, and other FDA-approved or laboratory developed tests.
Conducts routine and specialized microbiological procedures including bacteriology/yeast isolation and identification, Gram stain and susceptibilities.
Responsible for the preventive maintenance and function checks procedures of equipment, as well as performing corrective action when necessary.
Ensures patient specimen stability, proper sample processing and takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected, or rejections/recollections are required.
Performs all quality control procedures to ensure validity and analytic performance of test results and troubleshoots according to laboratory protocols.
Exhibits efficient use of time and resources, meeting expectations for turnaround time (TAT).
Treats all proficiency testing samples according to regulatory agencies’ guidelines and laboratory expectations.
Maintains proficiency and competency in performance for the Microbiology and Molecular testing menu.
Train to analyze and accurately review results (1st review).
Participates in regulatory agencies’ inspection readiness and onsite inspections.
Communicates effectively and timely as needed to coworkers, department leadership and other divisions.
Performs equipment and assay verifications, validation and equivalencies according to the approved plans under supervision.
Follows aseptic techniques and cleaning procedures for the prevention of contamination.
Assist with training lab aides.
Participates in departmental meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
Routinely handles biohazardous and / or chemical hazardous material.
Required Skills/Abilities
Understanding molecular biology and microbiology principles and techniques.
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work in a team environment
Willingness to maintain confidential information
Must be analyzed for color perception
QualificationsEducation and Experience
Education / Certifications
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution, or
Meet CLIA requirements 42 CFR.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Employee is regularly required to talk or hear
Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
Employee is occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds
Travel and Hours
This position is full-time
No travel is required with this position
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
It is the policy of Arbor to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or federal law.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Worksite address
dallas, TX, 75215, US
Who can apply
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