Clinical Lab Technologist I​/II​/III

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The Clinical Lab Technologist position willbe responsible for processing medically relevant biological samples through extraction and/or high throughput next-generation DNA sequencing assays. This role will work within a team of Laboratorians in a fast-paced, high production setting to process research and clinical diagnostic samples to provide test results to patients, oncologists and other medical practitioners and researchers. As such, high attention to detail and clinical mindedness are crucial to success in this role.

Adaptive’sclinical laboratories are CLIA/CAP/NYS/FDA certified, and as such this position needs to adhere to and uphold all applicable regulatory requirements.

Possible working shifts include:

• AM shift:
  Friday
  - Tuesday 6:00am - 2:30pm
• PM shift:
  Friday
  - Monday 12:30pm - 11:00pm

Position levelI,II, or IIIisdeterminedby candidates’education, experience, and competencies as defined below:

• Performs and provides general support for DNA extractions, PCR amplification, or high-throughput sequencing assays on DNA libraries in accordance with standard laboratory processes and procedures.
• Operates andmaintainslaboratory equipment such as liquid handling robotics and DNA sequencers.
• Completes tasks as assigned (e.g.routine clinical or research sample processing, validations, reagent QC runs, or special projects) accurately while following strict methodologies.
• Provides guidance toless-experiencedstaff.

As well as:

• Performs training and/or competency assessments for Clinical Laboratory Technician/Technologist team members on high complexity molecular methods.

As well as:

• Suggests changes to existing laboratory procedures and processes to improve efficiency and results.

• Performs protocols under compliance with regulatory agencies,models appropriate clinical, regulatory and safety practices.
• Makes decisions thatimpactquality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team.
• Resolves basic problems that may involve uncommon variations of issues.
• Identifies and uses upto date,accurate information for problem solving and analysis.
• Ensures compliance with lab regulatory agencies (GxP, FDA, ISO).
• Keepsaccurateand detailed records for all workflows following Good Documentation Practices.

As well as:

• Suggests improvements to existing laboratory procedures and processes to improve the efficiency of the team.
• Works on assignments requiring considerable clinical judgement and initiative.
• Understands implications of their work performance and when to elevate issues upward.

As well as:

• Identifies and uses knowledge of how supporting teams function withownteam.

• Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and integrity bypossessingspecialized skills through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience.
• Explains technical information within the team.
• Demonstrates understanding of underlying scientific principles of analytical methods and provides relevant information to Supervisor or Lead Technologist toassistwith troubleshooting assay or instrument issues leading to appropriate corrective actions.
• Has strong communication skills to present problems or issues to Supervisor or Lead Technologist.
• Handles sensitive information confidentially.