Molecular Testing Technologist — DNA/RNA & RT-PCR

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. seeks a Molecular Laboratory Technologist/Technician for PRN/as-needed support.

The role performs high complexity molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR, analyzes results, and ensures compliance with lab policies. Responsibilities include maintaining records for state and federal regulations, assisting in new procedures, coordinating communication with physicians, and upholding patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical lab technology.
• 60 semester hours including 24 hours of science that includes 6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination.
• 3 months training in each specialty or completion of an approved HHS lab training program (ABHES, CAHEA).
• Qualified as a technologist on or before Feb. 28 1992.
• On or before April. 24 1995: High school diploma or GED and: Graduated from a HHS approved lab training program (ABHES, CAHEA).
• Completed a military lab 50 week training course.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform routine and complex molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR.
• Review preliminary and final test results.
• Assist in resolution of technical problems according to 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

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Critical thinking

English literacy

Statistics understanding

Safety protocols

Education

Associate’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical lab technology

60 semester hours with 24 in medical lab technology

60 semester hours with 24 hours of science (6 chemistry, 6 biology, 12 other science)

3 months training or HHS lab training program (ABHES, CAHEA)

High school diploma or GED + HHS training pathway

Job description

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. seeks a Molecular Laboratory Technologist/Technician for PRN/as-needed support.

The role performs high complexity molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR, analyzes results, and ensures compliance with lab policies. Responsibilities include maintaining records for state and federal regulations, assisting in new procedures, coordinating communication with physicians, and upholding patient confidentiality.