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Location

Marietta, GA | United States

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Job description

*THIS IS A 3RD SHIFT/OVERNIGHT ROLE*

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

Manages People: No

Experience: 0-2 years of testing experience in high complexity testing

Level of Supervision: Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.

Job Summary:
• The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I handles all infectious disease testing with a goal of providing

100% accuracy when handling samples. Performs all essential functions such as laboratory

safety, supporting delivery and workflow, maintaining productivity and quality assigned

targets, and providing effective communication with laboratory management and team.

Essential Responsibilities/Duties:
• Performing sample prep, DNA extraction and PCR.
• Running KingFisher Flex, Accufill, VeritiPro, QuantStudio 12K and 5.
• Performing accurate manual and electronic pipetting of small sample volumes.
• Reviewing and assisting Lab Management and Quality Department with workflow updates

and ensuring SOPs are up to date.
• Assist with maintaining accurate inventory at all times.
• Assist with preventative maintenance checks and decontamination of equipment and

workspaces.
• Facilitate and ensure appropriate work output completed based on current metrics.
• Deep understanding of procedures, SOPs and QC/controls to ensure integrity of results
• Successfully complete all CEU credits as required for CAP accreditation.
• Under the direction of the direct leader, track and review all incident reports and issues

related to compliance within the lab

Qualifications:

Education –
• 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum,

includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR 24

semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six

semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical

laboratory technology in any combination; AND
• Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training

program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLS, or other organization

approved by HHS (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours

listed above), OR at least three months documented laboratory training in each

specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.
• A minimum of an associate degree in a biological or chemical science or medical

laboratory technology from an accredited institution AND be certified by the ASCP,

AMT or other organization deemed comparable by OASD(HA) or their designee

Center for Laboratory Medicine Services (CLMS) as an MLT or MT/MLS; OR
• Successfully completed an official U.S. military medical laboratory procedures training

course of at least 50 weeks duration and currently hold the military enlisted

occupational specialty of medical laboratory specialist (laboratory technician).
• Competencies/Skills –
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new changes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Experience –
• 1 year high complexity PCR laboratory experience required.
• Basic understanding of the data and internal controls
• Broad understanding of sterile technique and cleaning necessary for a PCR Lab.

Mental/Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Vision, hearing speech, movements requiring the use of wrists, hands and/or fingers. Must have the

ability to sit for extended periods. Light physical effort requires handling average weight objects up to

25 lbs and some standing and walking. Learning, thinking, concentration and the ability to work under

pressure, particularly during busy times. Must be able to pay close attention to detail and be able to

work as a member of a team to ensure excellent customer service. Must have the ability to interact

effectively with co-workers and customers, and exercise self-control and diplomacy in customer and

employee relations’ situations. Must have the ability to exercise discretion as well as appropriate

judgments when necessary. Must be proactive in finding solutions.

Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials including biological and

chemical hazards.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or

responsibilities that are required of the employee(s) that in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and

activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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