The Pathology Department is seeking a Molecular Diagnostics Technologist to work under the general supervision of the laboratory manager and performs both routine and complex clinical laboratory tests in accordance with established standards and procedures. Applies a professional level of knowledge to properly execute and analyze results, especially where results are abnormal or atypical.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform both routine and complex clinical and/or research laboratory tests on different specimens, including but not limited to blood, bone marrow, and formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded specimens, in accordance with established standards and procedures.
- Prepare and determine the suitability of reagents following defined formulas and procedures.
- Document and report test results.
- Complete required logs and supporting documents.
- Maintain and troubleshoot equipment, including routine repairs, and notify service personnel of more complex problems.
- Perform related general duties, e.g. order supplies, perform general lab maintenance, maintain safety records, etc.
- Participate in the training of new employees, learners, and physicians on laboratory methodology.
- Strictly comply with patient care and confidentiality policies and HIPAA regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, chemistry or related field.
- One year of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Molecular Biology (MB) ASCP certification.
Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency
Clinical Lab Compliance and Safety: Developing
- Data Collection and Reporting: Developing
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance: Developing
- Laboratory Techniques and Assays: Developing
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving: Developing
- Reagent Preparation and Quality Control: Developing
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Molecular Diagnostics Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MC
Starting Salary Range: $49,200 - $86,200 Annually ($60,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Pat Molecular Diagnostics Lab
Personnel area: School of Medicine
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