Lab Technician (Molecular)
On-siteArcher Heights, West Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Perform routine specimen processing, including accessioning, extraction, amplification, and PCR testing, while conducting data review and result reporting per SOPs. Execute basic troubleshooting of instruments and assays, escalating complex issues to the Lead Technician or Lab Supervisor. Maintain compliance with QA/QC procedures, document results accurately, and ensure proper specimen handling and chain of custody. Monitor personal supply usage and flag shortages to a supervisor. Participate in competency assessments and follow established protocols for CLIA high-complexity testing. This role focuses on hands-on bench testing without supervisory or workflow-coordination responsibilities.
Required Qualifications
- Meets CLIA high-complexity testing personnel requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, OR equivalent
- 0–2 years of clinical laboratory experience
Desired Qualifications
- molecular preferred
- Familiarity with PCR workflows preferred
- Willingness to learn and follow established protocols
- Foundational technical skills in molecular workflows
- Attention to detail and quality focus
- Clear communication
- Ability to follow instructions and work within a team
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