Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin
Senior Technologist Laboratory- DNA Core
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
Overview
Senior Technologist Laboratory- DNA Core. Under the direction of the department leadership, performs CLIA regulated and clinical contract research testing. Interacts with customers, providing a high level of customer service to resolve customer concerns about sample acceptability and results. Trains and assesses competence of staff members. Maintains a level of quality and technical competence that enables independent and efficient work, handling complex technical issues and assisting in performing final review of results and preparation of complex test interpretations and reports. Responsibilities
Understand and perform to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements. Perform testing, as scheduled. Support sample evaluation and processing, as needed. Perform on-call, weekend, and holiday work, as scheduled. Perform reagent preparation, as scheduled. Support customer inquiries via phone, email, and lab information system (LIS). Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine and advanced maintenance and calibration on equipment. May coordinate validation and implementation of new test offerings or new equipment. Coordinate reagent ordering, manufacturing, and qualification in conjunction with Team Lead Technologist(s) and leadership, as applicable. Evaluate reagent qualification data for acceptability, as delegated. Maintain sample integrity and ensure proper identification of all specimens. Maintain organization of departmental records, as needed. Perform review of complex results, as defined by laboratory. Prepare complex test interpretations and reports. Release final results to customer. Perform competency assessment of staff, as delegated. May assist in providing and coordinating education to fellows, residents, students, and visitors to the laboratory. Coordinate, support and perform training of staff. Prepare and manage proficiency samples in the laboratory. Administer annual competency testing program for the laboratory. Consult with department leadership to monitor and identify staff competency issues and provide input for staff performance appraisals. Assist with managing Controlled Document processes to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures are accurate, compliant, and up to date. Assist with development and execution of quality systems in the laboratory (i.e. instrument comparisons, proficiency testing programs, competency process, etc.). Participate in regulatory audits, as needed. Review daily work for accuracy and recognize and investigate potential discrepancies and unexpected results, resolving or escalating as appropriate. Determine the need to correct results and complete according to internal policies. May provide support for transfusion product selection, as applicable. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, molecular biology, immunology, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related field. required Associate's Degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution. required Experience
1-3 years minimum of pertinent laboratory experience and/or training. required Mastery of Technologist duties, responsibilities, and behaviors. required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals. required Must have basic mathematical aptitude. required Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions. required Ability to organize work to provide productive workflow. required Flexibility to work independently and with a team. required Must have strong attention to detail. required Possess legible handwriting. required Must have effective communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive criticism to fellow employees. required Must have working knowledge and experience with regulations related to CLIA, laboratory accrediting agencies, and quality assurance practices. required Must have effective interpersonal skills to establish credibility and manage client relationships. required Ability to provide effective consultation to colleagues and customers. required Must have exceptional knowledge of quality systems, QC and QA principles. required Must have strong knowledge of equipment and ability to troubleshoot complex problems with lab equipment. required Tools and Technology
Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet). required General office equipment (i.e. computer, printer, fax, copy machine). required Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook). required Software systems (including but not limited to CRM, Laboratory Information Systems, Learning Management System). required Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: Pipettes (single channel, multi-channel, electronic, etc.). Centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators. pH meter, microscopes, balances. Flow Cytometry based equipment. Spectrophotometer qPCR instrumentation Thermal Cycler Gel Electrophoresis Sequencer Aggregometer Automated instruments (hematology counter, DNA isolator, plate washer, Coagulation analyzer, etc.). required Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries Hospitals and Health Care Note: This refined description focuses on the responsibilities and qualifications of the Senior Technologist – DNA Core role and omits extraneous postings.
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Senior Technologist Laboratory- DNA Core. Under the direction of the department leadership, performs CLIA regulated and clinical contract research testing. Interacts with customers, providing a high level of customer service to resolve customer concerns about sample acceptability and results. Trains and assesses competence of staff members. Maintains a level of quality and technical competence that enables independent and efficient work, handling complex technical issues and assisting in performing final review of results and preparation of complex test interpretations and reports. Responsibilities
Understand and perform to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements. Perform testing, as scheduled. Support sample evaluation and processing, as needed. Perform on-call, weekend, and holiday work, as scheduled. Perform reagent preparation, as scheduled. Support customer inquiries via phone, email, and lab information system (LIS). Operate, troubleshoot, and perform routine and advanced maintenance and calibration on equipment. May coordinate validation and implementation of new test offerings or new equipment. Coordinate reagent ordering, manufacturing, and qualification in conjunction with Team Lead Technologist(s) and leadership, as applicable. Evaluate reagent qualification data for acceptability, as delegated. Maintain sample integrity and ensure proper identification of all specimens. Maintain organization of departmental records, as needed. Perform review of complex results, as defined by laboratory. Prepare complex test interpretations and reports. Release final results to customer. Perform competency assessment of staff, as delegated. May assist in providing and coordinating education to fellows, residents, students, and visitors to the laboratory. Coordinate, support and perform training of staff. Prepare and manage proficiency samples in the laboratory. Administer annual competency testing program for the laboratory. Consult with department leadership to monitor and identify staff competency issues and provide input for staff performance appraisals. Assist with managing Controlled Document processes to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures are accurate, compliant, and up to date. Assist with development and execution of quality systems in the laboratory (i.e. instrument comparisons, proficiency testing programs, competency process, etc.). Participate in regulatory audits, as needed. Review daily work for accuracy and recognize and investigate potential discrepancies and unexpected results, resolving or escalating as appropriate. Determine the need to correct results and complete according to internal policies. May provide support for transfusion product selection, as applicable. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in biology, chemistry, molecular biology, immunology, clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or related field. required Associate's Degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution. required Experience
1-3 years minimum of pertinent laboratory experience and/or training. required Mastery of Technologist duties, responsibilities, and behaviors. required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals. required Must have basic mathematical aptitude. required Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions. required Ability to organize work to provide productive workflow. required Flexibility to work independently and with a team. required Must have strong attention to detail. required Possess legible handwriting. required Must have effective communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive criticism to fellow employees. required Must have working knowledge and experience with regulations related to CLIA, laboratory accrediting agencies, and quality assurance practices. required Must have effective interpersonal skills to establish credibility and manage client relationships. required Ability to provide effective consultation to colleagues and customers. required Must have exceptional knowledge of quality systems, QC and QA principles. required Must have strong knowledge of equipment and ability to troubleshoot complex problems with lab equipment. required Tools and Technology
Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet). required General office equipment (i.e. computer, printer, fax, copy machine). required Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook). required Software systems (including but not limited to CRM, Laboratory Information Systems, Learning Management System). required Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: Pipettes (single channel, multi-channel, electronic, etc.). Centrifuges, freezers, refrigerators. pH meter, microscopes, balances. Flow Cytometry based equipment. Spectrophotometer qPCR instrumentation Thermal Cycler Gel Electrophoresis Sequencer Aggregometer Automated instruments (hematology counter, DNA isolator, plate washer, Coagulation analyzer, etc.). required Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries Hospitals and Health Care Note: This refined description focuses on the responsibilities and qualifications of the Senior Technologist – DNA Core role and omits extraneous postings.
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