Clinical Lab Technician

The Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) is responsible for assisting with the processing and testing of clinical specimens under the supervision of a licensed Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS), maintaining lab organization and cleanliness, adhering to quality control and quality assurance procedures, and complying with all applicable local, state, and federal laboratory, quality, and safety requirements. The nature of the work in a clinical setting requires excellent attention to detail, effective written and verbal communication skills, the ability to be flexible with tasks and schedules, and the ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment. This position is onsite in our South San Francisco office, and the schedule will be Sunday - Thursday, 8:00am - 4:30pm.

The Clinical Laboratory Technician will be accountable for the following activities:

• Facilitating molecular genetic testing on clinical specimens under the supervision of a licensed Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS).
• Following laboratory's standard operating procedures and policies for specimen handling and processing.
• Performing, reviewing, and documenting laboratory quality control procedures in accordance with the Quality Assurance Program.
• Completing assigned laboratory and non-laboratory tasks including lab maintenance and upkeep.
• Engaging in and helping with stocking and inventory tracking of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Engaging in training and completing assessments to ensure competency.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities/projects.
• Independently identifying basic issues that could potentially adversely affect test performance.
• Documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications under the nonconformance process.
• Following the laboratory's standard operating procedures for quality and environmental health and safety and reporting all concerns of test quality and/or safety to the Lab Supervisor or Safety Officer.
• Attending and participating in staff/quality meetings.
• Participating in activities associated with regulatory compliance and inspections.
• Working cooperatively in a team environment supporting fellow laboratory and management staff.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Two years of recent clinical laboratory experience in molecular genetic testing, or equivalent
• High school diploma or higher
• Experience with next-generation sequencing platforms, and automation is preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills; demonstrated strength in diplomacy with internal and external collaborators
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills