Serology Medical Technologist II – Diagnostics and Countermeasures Branch

Henry M. Jackson Foundation, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Silver Spring, MARYLAND
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Description

Join the HJF Team! 

HJF is seeking a Serology Medical Technologist II to support the Diagnostics and Countermeasures Branch (DCB) located at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research in Silver Spring, MD. HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to DCB.

The incumbent performs assays/procedures in strict accordance with the laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Policies, Good Clinical Laboratory Practices (GCLP), accrediting bodies, and U.S. regulatory agencies to include the CAP, DoD Clinical Laboratory Information Program (CLIP), and the U.S. FDA. The incumbent is responsible for preparing and analyzing samples, operation and maintenance of state-of-the-art instrumentation, and ensuring adherence to all quality control procedures in support of clinical diagnostic and clinical research initiatives. The incumbent mentors and trains junior staff and assist the Lead Technologist and/or Technical Supervisor in writing/drafting SOPs and providing input for process improvements.


NOTE: All HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.

Responsibilities: 


  • Performs assays in a high throughput laboratory, as well as performing specimen processing duties in accordance with laboratory SOPs, manufacturer guidelines and CAP/ FDA regulations. Ensures proper handling of samples, data entry, aliquoting of samples for storage, retrieval of samples and the monitoring of laboratory supplies and inventory.
  • Assists and mentors junior staff to identify problems that may affect test performance and reporting of patient results; works to correct any problems and immediately notifies the Lead Tech and/or Technical Supervisor.
  • Aids the Lead Technologist and/or Technical Supervisor in the coordination of administrative duties to include, but not limited to, writing/drafting of SOPs, providing input for process improvements and filing of documents following established department processes.
  • Reviews sample run data and quality control data and ensures all regulatory compliance standards are met while following established SOPs. Ensures proper entry of specimen data and testing results into databases or the laboratory information management system (LIMS), providing oversight of junior staff activities.
  • Ensures and verifies compliance with all Quality Assurance (QA) program requirements including but not limited to quality control, maintenance, troubleshooting activities and documentation in accordance with QA and departmental established SOPs.
  • Ensures all weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance is completed on all equipment in accordance with SOPs and is responsible for performing other assigned tasks in accordance with the applicable safety regulations and instructions.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the Lead Tech or Technical Supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

    • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent laboratory and technical skills. Ability to work independently once trained, excellent record keeping ability, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  Ability to identify areas for process improvement for better efficiency. Prior experience training staff to conduct testing in a highly regulated environment preferred.

    Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required.

    Minimum Experience/ Training Requirements: Minimum 3-5 years of experience required.

    Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: ASCP certifications for cytology, histology, microbiology, serology-immunology, hematology, clinical chemistry, and/or immunohematology preferred.

    Physical Capabilities: Requires lifting materials up to 50 lbs.

    Work Environment: Lab Environment. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, or exposure to chemicals. Conditions that pose risk of exposure to pathogens.

    Work Arrangement: 100% on-site.

    Background/Security: Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Tier I investigation/Public Trust. 

    Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, addresses, education, and credentials, a criminal background check, drug screening, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check.   

    Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer. 


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