Clinical Lab Technician, Invitae

About the Role

This is a great entry-level opportunity to join an innovative laboratory and receive training that will help the individual grow in a career in the molecular diagnostics field.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Under supervision of licensed personnel, support diagnostic testing on patient specimens using a variety of molecular assays and platforms for Invitae, part of Labcorp.
• Assist licensed CLS personnel who are performing clinical test protocols using established procedures.
• Identify any issues that may adversely affect the quality of test results and escalate them to appropriate representatives for prompt resolution.
• Identify, prioritize, and prepare all clinical samples while ensuring viability and sample integrity.
• Maintain inventory and organization of specimen samples in the freezer.
• Prepare and label tubes and plates according to established protocols.
• Prepare clinical samples for testing and identify sample-related issues.
• Assist in coordinating documentation.
• Monitor and maintain consumable inventory, including reagents and supplies for each laboratory workstation.
• Perform general laboratory, equipment, and benchtop clean-up.
• Prepare logs or other documents for routine testing or special assignments.
• Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure the integrity of laboratory specimens.
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed CLS, dispense pre-made and prequalified reagents/controls using pre-programmed fixed volume measuring devices.
• Provide laboratory support in the maintenance and surface decontamination of general laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in continuing education credits.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with aseptic techniques and good specimen handling.
• Experience with SOPs, QA, and QC standards.
• Strong computer skills; familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a collaborative, flexible work environment.
• Able to work flexible hours during training.
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year or more lab experience.
• 1 year or more experience with molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction and next-generation sequencing (NGS).
• 1 year or more experience working in a clinical diagnostics laboratory.
• 1 year or more experience working with liquid handlers or lab automation equipment.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $28.39 - $35.00 per hour