Medical Lab Scientist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Natera is currently seeking a licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist to analyze specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed

• Proficient at analyzing clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors

• Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab

• Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab.

• Meet expected performance metrics within the role as applicable.

• Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized workspace

• Completes training and other deadlines on time.

• Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Operators and/or Medical Laboratory Scientists.

• Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users)

• Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common analytical and processing errors according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedure

• Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor

• Assists with documentation for nonconformance reports.

• Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices.

• Conducts independent continuous improvement projects

• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation (example maintenance logs, bench worksheet)

• Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable)

• Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition (such as calibration and expiration date)

• Maintain inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties.

• Communicates with team and other departments on various platforms (including via e-mail)

• Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offers suggestions/ideas for improvement

• Assists teammates in completing daily tasks and facilitate workflow as needed

• Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner; acts as a role model/mentor to others

• Adheres to Departmental Expectations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or equivalent in a clinical laboratory environment.

• BS/BA degree in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or a related field

• Current MT/MLS/CLS certification preferable from ASCP, AMT, or AAB.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills.

• Experience in Molecular Biology preferred.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Word processing and data management skills.

• Ability to work well in a group

• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision