Laboratory Technologist II - 61007252

S.C. Department of Public Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, long-term dis.

13 paid holidays

Retirement options (SCRS/ORP)

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Public Health seeks a laboratory professional to perform high complexity testing in virology, rabies, and wastewater analysis. You will conduct dPCR, molecular and serological assays, and maintain strict quality control per CLIA guidelines.

The role involves on-call weekend/holiday rotation for outbreak investigations, technical consultation, and adherence to SOPs. A biological sciences or medical technology degree is required, with additional vaccination health

Qualifications

• Qualified to perform high complexity clinical testing under CLIA.
• Ability to read and comprehend instrument manuals, package inserts and procedure manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customers and agency staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex lab procedures for identification of pathogens in wastewater.
• Performs Rabies DFA on animals for surveillance and related molecular/serological assays.
• Maintains quality control/assurance per SOPs and CLIA'88 standards.
• Provides technical consultation to clinicians, laboratory staff, and public health personnel.

Skills

High complexity testing

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science or medical technology

Associate degree in medical laboratory technology

Tools

Rabies DFA

dPCR

Molecular assays

Job description

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.

Additional Comments

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.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant positions that includes:

• 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.