Molecular Laboratory Technician

Certus Laboratories LLC has a Full-time opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Technician with Molecular PCR experience in Ocean Springs, MS.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to: Molecular Biology; Chemistry; Urinalysis; Toxicology

Perform a full range of clinical laboratory tests in any one or a combination of the following sections of the laboratory: chemistry, urinalysis, toxicology and molecular PCR testing

Determine the suitability of specimens for analysis

Prepare specimens for analysis and ensure that the physiologic state of the properties is maintained

Prepare reagents and primary reference materials as necessary

Calibrate, standardize, adjust, and maintain instruments

Verify correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks

Identify the cause of common problems and make simple repairs

Recognize and react to indicators of malfunction

Locate and implement corrections

Obtain analytical data, convert to a prescribed unit of reporting, as necessary, and correlate data to verify results

Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products and maintain proper records for quality control and quality assurance reports

Prepare specimens for transport to reference laboratory or for mail out

Prepare biological waste for proper disposal

Qualifications

Required: Degree/Education from a Medical Lab Tech training program accredited by the NAACLS or the ABHES or Bachelor of Science in appropriate field.

Certification as a Medical Lab Tech by the American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP)or American Medical Technologist (AMT) or state licensure as a MLT or MT (Can be in progress)

Experience: Molecular PCR testing experience is required ; MLT a minimum of one (1) year of work in an accredited laboratory (i.e., AABB, CAP, COLA, DNV, Joint Commission, etc.), within the previous five (5) years (is preferred but not required)

Pay will be based on years of experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person