Molecular Lab Technician: PCR & DNA/RNA Testing

Wellnow; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WellNow Urgent Care is seeking a Lab Technician in Kalamazoo, MI, to perform molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR. The role requires CLIA qualifications and a strong understanding of lab policies, safety, and data recording.

The position involves reviewing results, maintaining records, and supporting the development of new testing procedures while upholding patient confidentiality. Expect diverse daily tasks in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or Physics.
• Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical lab technology.
• 60 semester hours including 24 semester hours of medical lab technology; or 60 semester hours including 24 hours of science with chemistry/biology coursework and 12 hours chemistry/biology/medical technology; plus 3 months training in each high-complexity testing area.

Responsibilities

• Independently and accurately perform routine and complex molecular testing, including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR.
• Review preliminary and final test results.
• Assist in resolution of technical problems in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Record, compile and maintain records according to laboratory policies to ensure state and federal regulations are upheld for all reagents, procedures, and equipment used in the testing process.
• Assist in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new procedures and protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Coordinate daily communications of laboratory with physicians and other parties.
• Participate in educational activities.
• Perform other related work as required

Skills

Good communication

Critical thinking

Statistics understanding

Read English

Follow instructions

Safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

Associate’s degree in medical lab technology

Job description

WellNow Urgent Care is seeking a Lab Technician in Kalamazoo, MI, to perform molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR. The role requires CLIA qualifications and a strong understanding of lab policies, safety, and data recording.

The position involves reviewing results, maintaining records, and supporting the development of new testing procedures while upholding patient confidentiality. Expect diverse daily tasks in a fast-paced lab environment.