Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:
Sonic Reference Laboratory is the national reference laboratory for Sonic Healthcare USA. As part of this esoteric testing lab, our staff gain new experiences with a unique test menu within a culture of quality and innovation, where we focus on lean processes fueled by a belief in empowered continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on a work environment dedicated to mutual respect where trust and team spirit are an integral part of our daily routine.
Position Summary
The Lead Molecular Technologist serves as an independent technical team member, method expert, and technical supervisor responsible for monitoring daily workflow and quality within the clinical laboratory. Ensures that all policies are properly implemented and documented in assigned technical area. Serves as a primary author for technical documents. Able to manage department level inventory and technical documentation review including patient test reporting. Assists in reviewing control and maintenance logs. Leads special projects related to assay optimization through experimentation and collaborative research with other scientific staff and leadership. Provides substantial administrative support to the department supervisor, and liaises with key personnel in other functional lab areas, including R&D and Quality. Leads technical transfers of new assays from R&D staff into the clinical laboratory. Technically supervises, trains, and troubleshoots the highest complexity workflows within the laboratory.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs high complexity clinical assays according to written SOPs
Adheres to departmental policies and procedures to include quality control, quality assurance, and safety
Coordinates and conducts training and competency assessments
Participates in process improvement workgroups as assigned
Works on complex projects with minimal supervision
Creates and validates in-house control materials
Trains and assesses personnel competency
Works independently or as a team on process improvement projects as assigned by management
Completes other duties as assigned by lab management
Edits/Drafts technical SOPs and provides detail and content for new procedures
Analyses data and authors detailed reports and summaries
Monitors laboratory data systems, conducts statistical metric analysis
Makes recommendations for process improvement to management
Completes proficiency testing online entries and alternative assessment reports
Conducts internal process audits as assigned
Assists in completion of self-inspection checklists as delegated by management
Files documentation associated with daily production runs
Assist with maintaining laboratory supply, inventory, and purchase orders
Assists in clinical testing as needed for coverage.
Education and Experience
Education:
B.S. degree in Medical Technology OR Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science AND six years of pertinent laboratory experience WITH at least two years' experience in the molecular discipline
OR an M.S. degree in Medical Technology or Chemical, Biological, or Physical Science AND four years of pertinent laboratory experience WITH at least two years' experience in the molecular discipline
Licensure and Certifications
Required
N/A
Preferred
Certified as Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Molecular Biology by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) OR equivalent certification
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated leadership ability amongst diverse groups
Ability to participate in audits, sales, and client/vendor representatives
Excellent attention to detail and ability to collect and analyze data using graphs, tables, charts, and mathematical calculations
Advanced computer knowledge including MS Excel, Outlook, and Word
Ability to obtain proficiency in basic VBA coding within 1 year of position
Knowledge of informatics and data workflows; a demonstrated ability to work with IT and other vendor representatives
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and fluctuations in workload
Experienced with clinical laboratory regulations (CLIA, CAP, NY State) and GDP policies
Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage stress appropriately
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Job Category:
Laboratory Operations
Company:
Sonic Reference Laboratory, Inc
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