New York Cancer & Blood Specialists is hiring: Overnight Molecular Technologist

Overview

Join to apply for the Overnight Molecular Technologist role at New York Cancer & Blood Specialists.

Port Jefferson, NY. Hours: 7pm-3:30am Tuesday through Saturday. Hours: Monday-Friday.

In This Role, You Will

• Perform high-complexity molecular testing, including Open Array and PCR methodologies, ensuring precision and adherence to established protocols.
• Conduct routine quality control (QC), calibration, proficiency testing, and instrument maintenance in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, assays, and workflow inefficiencies, escalating issues and documenting corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor, manage, and maintain inventory of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies to prevent workflow interruptions.
• Assist in the validation and implementation of new molecular techniques and automation strategies to enhance lab efficiency.
• Ensure proper sample preparation, nucleic acid extraction, and amplification procedures are followed for accurate molecular analysis.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, enhancing laboratory efficiency, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Support training and supervision of junior staff, trainees, and non-technical personnel as needed.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.
• Adhere to all biosafety and molecular laboratory best practices to minimize contamination risks.
• Participate in all required safety training and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laboratory safety regulations.
• Properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols for handling hazardous materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory workspace, ensuring proper disposal of biohazardous waste.

We Require

• BS in Biology, Medical Technology, Molecular Science, or a related field.
• NYS License Restricted to Molecular Diagnosis is required.
• Will accept a generalist NYS Medical Technologist/Technician license.
• ASCP certification (MB or MLT) or equivalent preferred.
• 1-3 years of clinical molecular laboratory experience, with hands-on experience in PCR-based and OpenArray testing preferred.
• Experience with automated molecular platforms, assay validation, and troubleshooting complex molecular workflows.
• Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory requirements for molecular diagnostics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-throughput environment.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff while maintaining excellent documentation and compliance standards.
• Open schedule flexibility required.

What We Offer

Starting: $46.24/hr. based on experience and education

Benefits: Health Insurance on day 1, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term disability, 401k Plan, PTO, 8 paid holidays (2 floating)

Join us at NYCBS, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

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• New York Cancer and Blood Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Medical Practices