Molecular Diagnostics Technologist

PathGroup•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Molecular Diagnostics Technologist I position is an entry level position designated for a newly certified Medical Technologist (MT), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or Specialist in Molecular Technology (MB), or an individual with appropriate training and experience qualified to perform high complexity testing under CLIA 42CFR493.1489. This individual is responsible for day to day specimen processing, analysis, and results reporting. The person in this position performs the standard duties of a laboratory technologist.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Molecular Technology, or equivalent education and training in clinical, chemical, physical, or biological science.
Must maintain appropriate continuing education for certification and licensure as applicable.
6 months to three years of job-related experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

National certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Molecular Diagnostics (MB) or as a Medical Technologist (MT) is preferred.
Tennessee State Laboratory License is preferred.
Computer proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives and processes specimens according to department protocols.
Assists the Supervisor, Manager and Director with administrative functions such as ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.
Produces, interprets and reports accurate and precise test results.
Identifies and correct problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting of patient samples.
Communicates pertinent section information/issues to supervisor, manager or other appropriate individuals.
Performs instrument maintenance and method troubleshooting.
Validates new methods.
Handles CAP surveys.
Assists in documentation and maintaining effective department QA/QC programs and monitors.
Performs within the productivity expectations as set forth by current departmental guidelines.
Exercises all laboratory safety precautions and adhere to lab procedures as stated in procedure manuals.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the industry's best security practices and regulatory guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information and other sensitive company data.
Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all Corporate Policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.
Addresses Client Concerns.
Work with other departments within PathGroup and subsidiaries.
Other duties as assigned.
Nothing in the job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.