Job Details
The Lab Technician - OneLab, performs an entry level role in the testing of clinical DNA specimens for the purpose of diagnosing genetic disease, using manual and automated methods in a team environment, and following established policies and procedures, in a professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Learns and follows the established standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, record-keeping, and reporting of results to team leads, supervisors and test managers, where such tests require the exercise of limited independent judgment and responsibility.
* Adheres to quality control policies; documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, reagent preparation and testing, and instrument maintenance performed.
* Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance, takes authorized corrective actions, and notifies key individuals.
* Detects when test performance is not within acceptable levels. Documents all corrective action.
* Always be able to document that proficiency testing is performed in the same manner as patient testing.
* Meets or exceeds target workload with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Competencies
Mathematical, computer, reasoning, and language skills at the professional level.
Education and/or Experience
* Bachelor's degree in medical technology, laboratory science, or in one of the chemistry, physical, or biological sciences and meets CLIA, CAP, and New York State CLEP personnel standards criteria.
* Prior experience preferred but not required.
Physical Demands
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.
Work Environment
* The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Possible contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals.
* Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction and stress.
* Extended periods of stationary computer work.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Pay Transparency, Budgeted Range
$21-$25 USD
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Science - Minded, Patient - Focused.
At GeneDx, we create, follow, and are informed by cutting-edge science. With over 20 years of expertise in diagnosing rare disorders and diseases, and pioneering work in the identification of new disease-causing genes, our commitment to genetic disease detection, discovery, and diagnosis is based on sound science and is focused on enhancing patient care.
Experts in what matters most.
With hundreds of genetic counselors, MD/PhD scientists, and clinical and molecular genomics specialists on staff, we are the industry's genetic testing experts and proud of it. We share the same goal as healthcare providers, patients, and families: to provide clear, accurate, and meaningful answers we all can trust.
SEQUENCING HAS THE POWER TO SOLVE DIAGNOSTIC CHALLENGES.
From sequencing to reporting and beyond, our technical and clinical experts are providing guidance every step of the way:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
* High-quality testing: Our laboratory is CLIA certified and CAP accredited and most of our tests are also New York State approved.
* Advanced detection: By interrogating genes for complex variants, we can identify the underlying causes of conditions that may otherwise be missed.
CLINICAL EXPERTISE
* Thorough analysis: We classify variants according to our custom adaptation of the most recent guidelines. We then leverage our rich internal database for additional interpretation evidence.
* Customized care: Our experts review all test results and write reports in a clear, concise, and personalized way. We also include information for research studies in specific clinical situations.
* Impactful discovery: Our researchers continue working to find answers even after testing is complete. Through both internal research efforts and global collaborations, we have identified and published hundreds of new disease-gene relationships and developed novel tools for genomic data analysis. These efforts ultimately deliver more diagnostic findings to individuals.
Learn more About Us here.
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Essential on-site and customer facing employees may be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. Such employees may request exemptions for medical conditions or religious beliefs.
Benefits include:
* Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
* 401k Retirement Savings Plan
* Employee Discounts
* Voluntary benefits
GeneDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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