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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs clinical testing in compliance with CAP, NY, CLIA regulations
• Troubleshoots assay performance
• Operates and maintains the laboratory equipment, maintains the lab following 5S standards
• Performs QC and informs manager/supervisor immediately if systems deviate from the laboratory’s established specification
• Maintains laboratory stock levels and restocking supplies
• Trains new employees as needed
• Performs other duties as required
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics’ Compliance Program

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION:

• Molecular Genetics Technologist I
  • Degree: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
  • Relevant experience: 0-2 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 (preferred): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

OR

• Degree: Master’s degree in a scientific discipline or medical technology
• Relevant experience: 0-2 years
• Certification (preferred): MB(ASCP) or MT(ASCP)

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Skills--Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• 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; 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.
• Quantity--Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security--Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability--Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; 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