Laboratory Technologist II - 61007252

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybride; USD 52 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Annual leave - 15 days

Sick leave - 15 days

13 paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Retirement options (SCRS/ORP)

Résumé du poste

State of South Carolina's Department of Public Health seeks a laboratory professional to identify pathogens in wastewater, including rabies DFA, serology, and molecular assays. The role operates under limited supervision within the Virology, Rabies, & Wastewater Unit.

You will perform dPCR for wastewater surveillance, ensure quality control per CLIA'88 standards, and provide technical consultation to clinicians and public health staff. On-call rotations for outbreaks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and relevant program experience required
• Read and understand instrument manuals and procedure manuals; strong communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Performs complex laboratory procedures for identification of pathogens in wastewater.
• Performs rabies DFA, serological and molecular assays for various viral pathogens.
• Performs dPCR for wastewater surveillance; monitors quality control trends.
• Provides technical consultation to clinicians, laboratorians, and public health staff.
• On-call weekend and holiday rotation for Rabies and viral pathogens per outbreak investigations.

Description du poste

Job Responsibilities

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Under limited supervision in the Virology, Rabies, & Wastewater Unit, performs complex and varied laboratory procedures for the identification of pathogens in wastewater. Performs rabies DFA, serological and molecular procedures for various viral pathogens.

• Performs dPCR for wastewater surveillance. Performs proficiency surveys and competency as needed. Monitors quality control trends for wastewater testing.
• Performs Rabies DFA on animals for surveillance purposes. Performs animal head necropsy as needed. Performs molecular and serological assays for viral pathogens
• Performs and maintains both quality control and quality assurance to the unit standards outlined in the standard operating procedures and quality control manuals in compliance with CLIA'88 standards. Provides technical consultation to clinicians, laboratory scientists, and public health staff.
• Performs on-call weekend and holiday rotation for Rabies and viral pathogens part of outbreak investigations.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Agency Additional Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a biological science or medical technology. An associate degree in medical laboratory technology. Compliance with health protection measures and biological monitoring, including additional vaccinations and health screenings.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Preferred Qualifications

The employee must be qualified to perform high complexity clinical testing under CLIA. The employee must be able to read and comprehend instrument manuals, package inserts and other procedure manuals. The employee must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication with customers and agency staff. The employee must also consent to rabies vaccination.

EEO

The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

State Disaster Plan

In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Driving Record

If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

Benefits package for Temporary Grant positions

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
  • Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Hybrid Work

The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employment Authorization and Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of their employment. This agency does not sponsor employment-based visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas, nor does it provide sponsorship for permanent residency or other employment-based immigration benefits now or in the future. Individuals who are authorized to work in the United States under Optional Practical Training (OPT) through a valid F-1 student visa may apply, provided they possess current employment authorization and do not require employer sponsorship to continue working in the United States at any point during employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with federal law. This agency complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements. By submitting this application, I certify that I am legally authorized to work in the United States and will not require employer sponsorship for a work visa now or at any time during employment.

Salary

Salary range: $52,100 - $54,100