Molecular Technologist ll

Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Molecular Diagnostics Inc seeks a Molecular Technologist II to perform high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in a fast-paced lab environment in Franklin, TN. You will support CLIA Quality Program and instrument maintenance while ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, certification (ASCP/AMT), and 2+ years of clinical lab experience; Tennessee license is highly preferred and must be obtained within 3

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical laboratory experience required.
• ASCP/AMT certification required.
• Tennessee license highly preferred; must obtain General MT license within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing following CLIA, CAP, and state board requirements.
• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and CLIA quality program.
• Maintain inventory of reagents and consumables; assist with SOP revisions.

Skills

Molecular diagnostic testing

Regulatory compliance & GLP

Quality control & QA

Lab operations & troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Collaboration & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/ Biological/ Clinical/ Medical Lab Science

ASCP or AMT certification

Tools

PCR/qPCR/ddPCR/NGS

Job description

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Full Time Franklin Lab, Franklin, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1074

Salary Range: $32.00 To $39.00 Hourly

Molecular Technologist II

The Molecular Technologist at iMDx performs high-complexity molecular diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA, CAP, TN Medical Laboratory Board, NY State Wadsworth, and company policies and procedures. In addition to primary laboratory testing responsibilities, this position assists and maintains iMDx’s CLIA Quality Program, supporting CLIA operations, including document control and equipment maintenance activities.

Why Join iMDx

At Insight Molecular Diagnostics (iMDx), our mission is to democratize access to molecular diagnostic testing. At our heart, we are a science-driven organization focused on giving clinicians and researchers the diagnostic tools they need to help improve patient outcomes.

Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in healthcare.

Core Competencies

• Molecular Diagnostic Testing – Proficiency in high-complexity molecular testing methodologies, including PCR, qPCR, ddPCR, and NGS.
• Regulatory Compliance & Good Laboratory Practices – Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board requirements, and applicable quality and documentation standards.
• Quality Control & Quality Assurance – Demonstrated ability to perform QC activities, proficiency testing, reagent qualifications, method comparisons, and continuous quality improvement.
• Laboratory Operations & Technical Troubleshooting – Skilled in operating, maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation while supporting efficient high-throughput operations.
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – Ability to identify testing or equipment issues, evaluate results, determine appropriate corrective actions, and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Collaboration, Communication & Adaptability – Effective team contributor with strong interpersonal skills, flexibility in changing priorities, and the ability to support training, cross-functional initiatives, and leadership directives.

Professional Experience

• Perform clinical testing by following the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintains records of patient test results
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g., perform daily/weekly/monthly/etc. maintenance tasks and yearly calibration/preventative maintenance)
• Participate in quality assurance activities such as instrument/method comparison, reagent qualifications, proficiency testing (or Alternative Performance Assessment testing), instrument comparison, and reagent qualifications as well as adhere to quality control procedures
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving assay or equipment issues and escalates to Laboratory Management
• Successfully implement organizational initiatives and leadership directives.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of reagents and consumables
• Provide recommendations for SOP revisions and may assist with revising SOPs
• Follow all safety guidelines, maintain a safe and orderly work environment and wear personal protective equipment as needed.
• Assists with training new laboratory staff
• Support the company in the achievement of its goals (may participate in performing CLIA validation studies)
• Work on other projects/tasks as assigned with moderate supervision; projects are mostly clerical and is a project participant (project lead as needed)
• May perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor’s Degree (minimum) in Chemical, Biological, Clinical or Medical Laboratory Science
• ASCP or AMT certification required in Medical Laboratory Science
• Current State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Lab Professional License highly preferred.
• Must obtain a State of Tennessee Department of Health Medical Laboratory Technologist- General within 3 months of hire
• 2+ years of clinical laboratory experience is required
• Demonstrates Good Laboratory Practice and Good Documentation Practice
• Strong micro-pipetting skills
• Experience in molecular diagnostics (e.g., Real-Time PCR, Droplet Digital PCR, Next Generation Sequencing) is preferred
• Strong analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment; flexible and quickly adaptable to changing priorities
• You have a "do what it takes – no job is too small" team player and a positive attitude with a willingness to wear other hats and step in to perform and support other roles when needed.
• You understand the importance of timely delivery of patient results and are able to work holidays and/or weekends in order to meet turnaround times.

Physical Demands

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, manual manipulation, and lifting 25 pounds
• Ability to have full-body movement
• All candidates must take a color vision test
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for at least 50% of a typical working day
• Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm; reach above shoulder height

42 CFR § 493.1495, Standard: Testing Personnel Responsibilities

(a) Each individual performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.

(b) Each individual performing high complexity testing must—

(1) Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results;

(2) Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;

(3) Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed;

(4) Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance;

(5) Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director;

(6) Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications; and

(7) Perform high complexity testing only under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor.

(a) Responsibilities and duties of the medical laboratory technologist and special analyst include:

1. Collecting and preparing specimens for analysis. Storing or transporting specimens using appropriate preservation methods.

2. Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties. Calculating the results of the tests performed if necessary.

3. Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment.

4. Recognizing and correcting basic instrument malfunctions. Notifying supervisory personnel when appropriate.

5. Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure, making any adjustments needed.

6. Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria.

7. Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implementing corrective action when indicated.

8. Determining performance specifications for new methods.

9. Establishing basic quality control procedures.

10. Performing comparison studies of precision, accuracy, linearity, and validation on new or existing procedures and reporting results in an established format.

11. Correlating and interpreting data based on knowledge of physiological conditions affecting test results. Assessing plausibility of laboratory results through correlation of data.

12. Indicating the need for additional laboratory tests for definitive diagnostic information in prescribed instances.

13. Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and instruments.

14. Recognizing problems, identifying the cause, developing alternatives and determining solutions where no preset criteria are available.

15. Establishing and monitoring quality assurance/continuous quality improvement programs.

16. Establishing and monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations.

17. Maintaining records that demonstrate the proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.

18. Utilizing laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately and effectively report patient results.

19. Writing laboratory procedures conforming to standardized format.

20. Performing clinical orientation and supervision for students and new or less skilled laboratory personnel.

21. Participating and providing input in competency evaluations.

This shift is for 10AM-6:30PM. Rotating Weekends and Holidays as needed.