Perform Biochemical Genetics tests with efficiency and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology or a related science
  • ASCP certification is preferred.

• Experience:

• • Previous clinical laboratory experience is preferred but not required.
  • LC/MS/MS and GC/MS/MS experience preferred.
  • Ability to work independently and with a team.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Multitasking and time management.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform multiple Biochemical Genetics testing such as Tay-Sachs, Enzyme, Amino Acid Analysis, LC/MS/MS, GC/MS/MS and data entry daily.
• Sample processing and determining acceptability for downstream application.
• Monitor pending lists to ensure timely reporting.
• Adhere to company QC/QA policies and maintain documentation of control ranges, instrument calibrations and maintenance, and troubleshooting efforts.
• Monitor, operate, and participate in troubleshooting of complex instrumentation.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and controls.
• Maintain accurate inventory of supplies and reagents required for testing and communicate with the supervisor to ensure timely ordering and delivery of supplies.
• Maintain good communication with team and supervisor on any issues pertaining to the workflow.
• Maintain compliance with CAP, NY, and CLIA regulations.

• Adheres to Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics Compliance Program
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

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 to utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials