Lab Technologist Level-I, II or III
The Lab Technologists I, II or II are distinguishable not only by the level of education and years of experience, but also by supervision required, knowledge and ability in troubleshooting, complexity of assignments.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensures proper use of all protocols for specimen handling including preanalytical, analytical and post-analytical processes.
- Assures the accuracy and precision of all clinical tests performed by adhering to the laboratory’s Quality Control Standard Operating Procedures.
- Receives specimens submitted to laboratory. Utilizes policies and procedures for requisition and specimen requirements to determine whether the submitted specimen can be processes for analysis. Assures proper storage and procedures for specimens that cannot be immediately analyzed.
- Answers inquiries regarding specimen handling, results and other technical information.
- Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot issues related to malfunction of instrument or reagent as well as operator error.
- Demonstrates knowledge of quality assurance and quality control.
- Analyzes all test and quality control results for errors, inconsistencies and deviations prior to reporting results. Documents all observations and correcXve actions accordingly.
- Performs routine equipment maintenance and function checks.
- Enters procedural, technical and QC data into laboratory information system.
- Communicates any pertinent information or problems with laboratory supervisor or laboratory director in a respecpul and proactive manner.
- Stocks supplies and cleans laboratory and prepares laboratory for next day’s processing requirements.
- Monitors inventory and supply levels.
Job Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in biological, chemical or physical sciences.
Experience
Level I
Bachelor’s degree
0-2 years of experience working in a clinical molecular laboratory
Level II
Bachelor’s degree
3-4 years of experience working in a clinical molecular laboratory, preferably handling samples in CLIA certified laboratory
Master’s degree
1+ year of experience working in a clinical molecular laboratory,
preferably handling samples in CLIA certified laboratory.
Level III
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience working in a clinical molecular laboratory, preferably handling samples in CLIA certified laboratory.
Master’s degree
3+ years of working in a clinical molecular laboratory, preferably handling samples in CLIA certified laboratory.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of molecular principles and techniques.
- Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional laboratory equipment and laboratory testing methodologies.