Serology Medical Technologist II

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The NC State Laboratory of Public Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist II to perform advanced testing in the serology lab. Responsibilities include conducting tests for infectious diseases, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical leadership. This role offers a chance to contribute to public health efforts in North Carolina.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience performing testing on clinical specimens.
• Experience performing QC on lab instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of lab safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing for HIV, Hepatitis, and Rubella.
• Document quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Provide laboratory testing consultation to healthcare professionals.

Skills

Regulated laboratory experience

Quality control

Lab safety protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology

Associate's degree in medical technology

Tools

STARLIMS

Ideagen compliance software

Job description

*Candidates Must Attach a Copy of Their Transcript(s) and/or Certification(s) to Qualify for Consideration*

**The Recruitment Range for This Position is $59,732 - $71,855**

The Virology/Serology Unit of the NC State Laboratory of Public Health is currently accepting applications for a Medical Laboratory Technologist II vacancy. The primary responsibility of this position is as an advanced-level technologist in the serology laboratory, routinely performing a wide range of medical laboratory tests on serum and other bodily fluids for the detection of antibodies and antigens to various infectious diseases. This position will perform diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and other QA policies, as well as perform testing for the purposes of viral surveillance. This position will provide technical leadership and training for other personnel on various highly technical tests for HIV, Hepatitis, and Rubella, with a focus on HIV and HCV NAAT methods utilizing automated platforms and manual tests. This position will assist in the evaluation, performance verification/validation, and implementation of new methods and techniques. Once fully trained, the goal for this position is to serve as a lead for HIV and HCV serologic testing.

The Serology Unit Medical Laboratory Technologist II will perform duties that include, though are not limited to, the following:

• Perform clinical laboratory testing per standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the detection of analytes indicating the presence of HIV, Hepatitis, and Rubella

• Perform and document quality assurance and quality control activities to Federal, State, and SLPH regulations

• Utilize STARLIMS and Ideagen compliance software for specimen submission, results entry, and document management

• Provide laboratory testing consultation to physicians, epidemiologists, nurses & other laboratorians

• Perform instrument QC, maintenance, and technical troubleshooting

• Participate in verifications, validations, and implementation of new diagnostic assays

• Maintain monthly maintenance and Levy-Jenning reports

• Assisting with the inventory and procurement of reagents, supplies, and consumables

About the NC Division of Public Health (DPH):
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.

About the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS):

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable people – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders, advocacy groups, local, state and federal entities and many other stakeholders to make this happen.

Compensation and Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website forbenefits.

For more information about DHHS:https://www.ncdhhs.gov/Listed below are the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the position. These KSAs, along with the minimum education and experience listed, are required in order to be deemed "eligible" for the position therefore you must provide supporting information, within the body of your application, to demonstrate your possession of each KSA listed. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.
Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Demonstrated experience working in a regulated laboratory performing testing on clinical specimens
• Proven experience Performing QC on lab instrumentation
• Experienced with Performing lab assays
• Working knowledge of lab safety protocols

Management Preferences:

• Prior experience working in a federal, state, or local public health laboratory
• ASCP Certification

Physical Requirements:
An occupational medical assessment may be required to determine your ability to safely work with biological, chemical, or radiological hazards. This position may also require periodic medical screenings to confirm safety practices are effectively preventing occupational injury or illness. All costs associated with obtaining occupational health services are covered by NCSLPH.

This position:

• Works frequently with infectious disease agents that require the use of personal protective equipment

• Uses laboratory equipment requiring the ability to manipulate items with fingers, ability to grasp, and ability to feel/perceive the attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. Seehttps://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guidefor details.
Qualified applicants must possess, and application must clearly reflect work experience that demonstrates the following:
Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology, chemistry or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory in the assigned area;
OR
Associate's degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of medical laboratory experience;
OR
Completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of medical laboratory experience;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
DHHS CONTACT INFORMATION

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS:https://www.ncdhhs.gov/.

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard, who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Applications for positions requiring specific coursework must be accompanied by a copy of the applicant's transcript. Applicants with degrees not conferred at a United States college or university must attach verification that their degree is equivalent to a similar degree from a U.S. institution. The Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website athttps://www.naces.org/members. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application.

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