Clinical Lab Technologist II

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Position Overview 

The Clinical Lab Technologist position will be responsible for processing medically relevant biological samples through extraction and/or high throughput next-generation DNA sequencing assays. This role will work within a team of Laboratorians in a fast-paced, high production setting to process research and clinical diagnostic samples to provide test results to patients, oncologists and other medical practitioners and researchers. As such, high attention to detail and clinical mindedness are crucial to success in this role. Adaptive’s clinical laboratories are CLIA/CAP/NYS/FDA certified, and as such this position needs to adhere to and uphold all applicable regulatory requirements. 

Working schedule: Tuesday - Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 6:30pm

Position level I, II, or III is determined by candidates’ education, experience, and competencies as defined below: 

Scope/Impact 

Level I 

• Performs and provides general support for DNA extractions, PCR amplification, or high-throughput sequencing assays on DNA libraries in accordance with standard laboratory processes and procedures. 
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment such as liquid handling robotics and DNA sequencers. 
• Completes tasks as assigned (e.g. routine clinical or research sample processing, validations, reagent QC runs, or special projects) accurately while following strict methodologies. 
• Provides guidance to less-experienced staff. 

Level II 

All of the above with some guidance, as well as: 

• Performs training and/or competency assessments for Clinical Laboratory Technician/Technologist team members on high complexity molecular methods.  

Level III 

All of the above with independence, as well as: 

• Suggests changes to existing laboratory procedures and processes to improve efficiency and results. 

Complexity 

Level I 

• Performs protocols under compliance with regulatory agencies, models appropriate clinical, regulatory and safety practices.  
• Makes decisions that impact quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team. 
• Resolves basic problems that may involve uncommon variations of issues.  
• Identifies and uses up to date, accurate information for problem solving and analysis. 
• Ensures compliance with lab regulatory agencies (GxP, FDA, ISO). 
• Keeps accurate and detailed records for all workflows following Good Documentation Practices. 

Level II 

All of the above with some guidance, as well as: 

• Suggests improvements to existing laboratory procedures and processes to improve the efficiency of the team. 
• Works on assignments requiring considerable clinical judgement and initiative. 
• Understands implications of their work performance and when to escalate issues upward. 

Level III 

All of the above with independence, as well as: 

• Identifies and uses knowledge of how supporting teams function with own team. 

Knowledge/Level of Expertise 

Level I 

• Demonstrates excellent clinical judgment and integri