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Molecular Genetic Technologist

Employer
Baylor Miraca Genetics Laboratories, LLC
Location
Houston, Texas - Medical Center
Start date
Jan 22, 2021

SUMMARY: 

Conducts high complexity molecular tests in the treatment and diagnosis of genetic diseases 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs testing and troubleshoots assay performance
  • Operates and maintains the laboratory equipment
  • Performs QC and takes appropriate actions if systems deviate from the laboratory’s established specification
  • Performs other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION:

  • Molecular Genetics Technologist I
    • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
    • Relevant experience: 1-2 years
    • Certification (preferred): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)
  • Molecular Genetics Technologist II
    • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
    • Relevant experience: 2-4 years
    • Certification (required): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

OR

  • Degree: Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
  • Relevant experience: 1-2 years
  • Certification (required): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)
  • Molecular Genetics Technologist III
    • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
    • Relevant experience: 4-6 years
    • Certification (required): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

OR

  • Degree: Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
  • Relevant experience: 2-4 years
  • Certification (required): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

OR

  • Degree: PhD in a scientific discipline or medical technology
  • Relevant experience: 1-2 years
  • Certification (required): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

 COMPETENCIES:

  • Technical Skills—DNA/RNA extraction from various sample types, Theoretical and Practical knowledge and experience of Real-time PCR, Ability to interpret data and troubleshoot real-time PCR assays
  • Oral Communication--Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Written Communication--Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Teamwork--Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Organizational Support--Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
  • Quality--Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Organized.
  • Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Quick learner.
  • Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Attendance/Punctuality--Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Dependability--Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Frequently required to sit
  • Frequently required to stand
  • Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
  • Frequently required to talk or hear
  • Frequently required utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use keyboard
  • Occasionally exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

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