Molecular Technologist

Unified Women’s Healthcare; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Financial & Retirement Planning

Income Protection

Wellbeing Support

Professional Development

Job summary

Unified Women’s Healthcare is seeking a Molecular Technologist to oversee pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes in our Maryland Arbutus laboratory. You will support QA/QC programs and troubleshoot equipment to ensure timely, accurate results.

The role includes specimen preparation, LIS reporting, quality control, and maintaining compliance with safety procedures. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM; opportunities exist for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/physical/biological or clinical lab science from an accredited institution.
• Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Performs simple to complex assays utilizing established departmental protocols.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all the SOPs, policies, and protocols.
• Performs all pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing processes accurately and timely, as well as independently.
• Reports results via the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Prepares clinical specimens for testing and identifies specimen related problems.
• Establishes and performs proper quality control measures (i.e. temperature monitoring, instrument maintenance, reagent/specimen preparation, etc.) in accordance with laboratory operating standards.
• Documents daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control (e.g. equipment/instrument maintenance, calibrations, certifications) to support quality assurance initiatives.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance, reporting of test results, or instrument functions. Troubleshoots and/or reports findings to supervisor, manager, or director.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specification.
• Assists the supervisor in ensuring an efficient workflow operation and reports any delays and/or problems.
• Monitors TAT and workflow processes.
• Assists in preparation of validation documentation of new tests and procedures as assigned.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that PT samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
• Cleans and maintains lab equipment, instrumentation, and work space.
• Maintains and tracks inventory for reagents, consumables, and ancillaries to support laboratory functions. Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens
• Comply with chemical hygiene and/or laboratory safety procedure
• Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science

Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology

Job description

Overview

Unifiedis a nationwide community of providers, operations specialists and thought leaders who look for the greatest opportunities to impact every woman’s health, at every stage of their journeys. We are unparalleled in our scale and ability to adapt to address unmet and underserved needs. Through 815+ clinics, 23 IVF labs, nationwide telehealth capabilities and targeted case management, our 2,700+ independent, affiliated providers deliver comprehensive women’s health services and continuously work to implement methods and develop techniques or platforms that improve the healthcare experience. We remain focused on enabling the discovery of new ways for our affiliated providers to deliver the high-quality care experience women deserve, in the ways they most wish to receive it, and collaborate across our community to make our vision a reality.

The Molecular Technologist is responsible for pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes associated with specimen processing. Including participation in documenting and implementing Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC)/Quality Inventory (QI) procedures. Assists in trouble shooting and maintenance of equipment

Position hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Performs simple to complex assays utilizing established departmental protocols.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all the SOPs, policies, and protocols.
• Performs all pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical testing processes accurately and timely, as well as independently.
• Reports results via the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Prepares clinical specimens for testing and identifies specimen related problems.
• Establishes and performs proper quality control measures (i.e. temperature monitoring, instrument maintenance, reagent/specimen preparation, etc.) in accordance with laboratory operating standards.
• Documents daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly quality control (e.g. equipment/instrument maintenance, calibrations, certifications) to support quality assurance initiatives.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance, reporting of test results, or instrument functions. Troubleshoots and/or reports findings to supervisor, manager, or director.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specification.
• Assists the supervisor in ensuring an efficient workflow operation and reports any delays and/or problems.
• Monitors TAT and workflow processes.
• Assists in preparation of validation documentation of new tests and procedures as assigned.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that PT samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples
• Cleans and maintains lab equipment, instrumentation, and work space.
• Maintains and tracks inventory for reagents, consumables, and ancillaries to support laboratory functions. Follow all health and safety regulations when handling laboratory specimens
• Comply with chemical hygiene and/or laboratory safety procedure
• Comply with all lab procedures, processes, and methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution or equivalent education and training

We’re here for you—both personally and professionally.

Our benefits are designed to support you and your family at every stage of life. From health and wellness to financial security and career growth, we offer a comprehensive package to help you thrive.

Here’s a look at what we offer:

• Health Coverage
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility benefits, and supplemental insurance options.
• Paid Time Off
• Vacation, personal days, and paid holidays to help you recharge.
• Financial & Retirement Planning
• 401(k) with employer contribution, plus Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
• Income Protection
• Short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, basic life insurance, and optional additional coverage.
• Wellbeing Support
• Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Professional Development
• Opportunities and resources to support your career growth.