Molecular Diagnostics Lab Technician - Real-Time PCR

MainStreet Family Urgent Care; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Referral programs

Job summary

MainStreet Family Care Milledgeville is seeking a Lab Technician to perform high-complexity molecular testing, including real-time PCR, in a fast-paced clinical lab. You will ensure CLIA compliance, document results in the EMR, and support providers with timely, accurate diagnostics.

The role emphasizes high-quality sample processing, strict QA, teamwork with clinicians, and maintaining a safe lab environment in a growing urgent care network.

Qualifications

• Real-time PCR proficiency and molecular diagnostic techniques required.
• Knowledge of CLIA high-complexity standards and quality assurance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot tests and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform CLIA high-complexity real-time PCR testing per protocols and regulations.
• Collect, prepare, process, and analyze patient specimens.
• Document results accurately in EMR and perform QA procedures.

Skills

Real-time PCR

Molecular diagnostics

CLIA standards

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Communication & teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Clinical laboratory certification or Bachelor's in lab science

Tools

PCR instrumentation

Job description

MainStreet Family Care Milledgeville is seeking a Lab Technician to perform high-complexity molecular testing, including real-time PCR, in a fast-paced clinical lab. You will ensure CLIA compliance, document results in the EMR, and support providers with timely, accurate diagnostics.

The role emphasizes high-quality sample processing, strict QA, teamwork with clinicians, and maintaining a safe lab environment in a growing urgent care network.