About the role

MicroGenDX is a CLIA-licensed clinical laboratory specializing in infectious disease diagnostics using qPCR and Next Generation Sequencing. The Laboratory Technologist I performs microbial detection testing on core and orthopedic samples, ensuring accurate results through rigorous QA/QC and specimen handling.

Skills

Pipetting QA/QC DNA/RNA extraction Real-time qPCR rtPCR Biofire GI panels Microbial detection Specimen handling Troubleshooting Laboratory maintenance Data reporting Reagent aliquoting Validation studies Multitasking Communication MS Office

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Description

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Technologist I (CORE-ORTHO) is responsible for performing testing on all the core and ortho samples that arrive in the laboratory for microbial detection. They will ensure that Ortho study samples are processed properly and track the acceptability of the specimens received. Adheres to all company policies and procedures, and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.

Duties/Responsibilities:

DNA/RNA extraction of clinical samples including host depletion
Performance of Real-time qPCR and rtPCR on clinical samples for the detection of bacteria, fungi and viruses
Performance of Biofire GI panels on clinical samples
Maintaining instruments and cleaning laboratories
Standard QA/QC documentation and activities
Result reporting
Reagent aliquoting
Aiding in the development of tests including performing validation studies
Aid in tracking the positivity rate for ortho samples
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

Possess general clinical laboratory skills such as: pipetting, basic understanding of QA/QC activities, utilization of standard protocols, ability to critically think and troubleshoot, and proper specimen handling.
Capable of working independently and with a group
Excellent communication skills
Superb teamwork and multitasking skills
Organizational skills
Basic computer skills including proficiency in MS Office
Experience with DNA/RNA Extraction and real-time qPCR a plus; however, not required
Experience with chemistry analyzers a plus; however, not required
MLT, MLS, or MB license a plus; however, not required

Education and Experience:

Associate degree in Biological Sciences with 1 year of experience in all areas of specialty (bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, parasitology, virology).
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences
Master’s degree in Biological Sciences