Molecular Technologist

Molecular Technologist

Description

IRL East Florida Central Core Lab

3201 SW 15th St Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

The IRL East Florida Division (EFD) Central Microbiology Laboratory supports 14 HCA facilities in the East Florida Division as well as multiple HCA hospitals in the FL panhandle, Georgia and South Carolina. In addition, the EFD Central Microbiology Lab supports a large network of outreach clients across south Florida, the US, and several international clients. Our beautiful state of the art laboratory is open 24/7 and performs 1M tests annually.

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a FISH Technologist? At IRL - East FL Core Lab, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

IRL - East FL Core Lab, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated FISH Technologist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The FISH/Molecular Technologist will perform procedures utilizing FISH, next-generation sequencing and PCR, in a high complexity genetic testing clinical laboratory.

Experience Requirements

• At least 1-year experience required (2-3 years preferred) in advanced molecular techniques including genomic DNA isolation, PCR, next-generation sequencing library preparation and sequencer operation.
• Experience with implementation/validation of new procedures and instrumentation for Clinical Molecular testing.
• Experience in a CAP/CLIA Laboratory environment required.
• Experience utilizing general laboratory equipment, such as micro-pipettes, qPCR instrumentation, thermal cyclers and Sequencers.
• Experience with the operation of automation/liquid handling system is preferred.
• Experience with integrated laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Experience following laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Must have ability to work in a fast-paced environment and attention to detail.
• Experience in Oncology field laboratory is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor or Masters degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or similar life science with at least 1 year of experience performing high complexity testing, including PCR and/or next-generation sequencing.
• Medical Technologist or Molecular Technologist Florida license required.
• Molecular Biology/Diagnostics ASCP or AAB certification required.

Skills Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine high-complexity testing in a molecular genetics/genome sequencing lab and performs quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Will be cross trained for FISH and Molecular laboratories.

Follows procedures related to patient testing including, but not limited to:

• Receives and records delivery of patient samples.
• Willingness to work with human specimens in a regulated BSL-2 laboratory environment
• Prepares specimens for the downstream processes performed in other areas of the lab such as library prep and instrument operations.
• Performs manual and automated molecular protocols
• Informs other personnel, management and Lab Director of any problem or issue that affects the reporting of patient results.
• Documents any problems, issues or information that may be necessary for other testing personnel to be aware.

Instruments and equipment:

• Be able to perform maintenance of laboratory equipment, including the sequencers, instruments, and other specimen prep equipment.
• Ensures that the laboratory facility and equipment remain in good working order, performing routine calibrations and maintenance.

QA/QC:

• Works in a CAP/CLIA Laboratory environment and follows regulatory guidelines.
• Assists with testing, implementation, and validation of new procedures and instrumentation.
• Documents any problems, issues or information that may be necessary for other testing personnel and management to be aware.
• Takes corrective action if Quality Control results are not within acceptable limits.
• Troubleshoot and document corrective actions following established procedures and in coordination with laboratory supervisors and directors.
• Assist with Laboratory inventory management to maintain adequate supplies for patient testing.
• Be able to train new staff and assist in preparation for lab inspections, as requested.
• Help with drafting and updating standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions (WI).
• Dedicated individual with strong communication skills able to work independently and in a team environment.
• A proven track record to efficiently and accurately deliver results for project deadlines and testing turnaround times.
• Must adhere to safety and quality laboratory standards.

Integrated Regional Labs is a full service provider
for clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with
timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully
automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo,
Florida, and a network of hospital based rapid-response laboratories present in four
HCA Healthcare divisions within the state of Florida. Our core laboratories support more than
250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers and commercial
accounts.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the
delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

'Good people beget good people.'- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our FISH Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.