Position days and hours - Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Invivoscribe is an industry pioneer, dedicated to Improving Lives with Precision Diagnostics®. Invivoscribe has been the global leader in driving international standardization of testing and accelerating patient access to the newest and best cancer treatments for over 30 years.

Headquartered in sunny San Diego, California with locations across the world, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. We work with key collaborators to develop molecular assays, reagents, controls and bioinformatics tools under ISO 13485 design control that are used by over 700 clinical laboratories in over 160 countries.

Our global network of laboratories offers internationally standardized next generation molecular and flow cytometry panels to support drug development and accelerate drug approvals worldwide. We work with pharmaceutical partners and international regulatory agencies across the globe to develop companion diagnostics, which are necessary to gain approval of new drugs and treatments for cancer patients. Our harmonized ISO15189 accredited and CLIA/CAP clinical laboratories offer a test menu focused on biomarkers which are clinically actionable to support therapeutic decisions, measurable residual disease (MRD) testing, patient stratification, and trial enrollment, all designed to accelerate approvals of new oncology drugs and treatments.

For 30 years, we have been at forefront of precision diagnostics, and we’re just getting started!

We are looking to add a Medical Laboratory Technician I/II. The Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for training, receiving, and accessioning specimens for testing, assisting Clinical Laboratory Specialists, and pre-analytical testing for specimens received. S/he will perform basic clinical testing procedures, basic data entry, and filing functions for the clinical laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Technician will also provide professional customer service to our clients.

Core Responsibilities Include:

Performs all aspects of pre-analytic workflow to ensure orders are entered correctly, specimens collected are appropriate for the test ordered and are correctly processed/transported including:
Verifies specimens for add-on tests are available and acceptable and generates add-on test orders. Evaluates specimens for appropriateness and takes necessary corrective action. Appropriately documents unacceptable specimens.
Support operational lab staff with biorepository; organize and stores samples of biological material, blood, bone marrow aspirate, cells, and DNA.
Perform sample receiving and accessioning by following relevant SOPs.
Aid and gather information from Customer to obtain the required information required to complete the accessioning process.
Verifies specimens are correctly and completely labeled upon receipt. Evaluates specimens for appropriateness and takes necessary corrective action. Appropriately documents unacceptable specimens.
Verifies sample acceptability prior to testing.
Performs some aspects of the clinical testing protocols including:
Semi-automated and manual DNA isolations.
Quantify and normalize isolated DNA.
Conducts biorepository activities. Collects, catalogs, and stores samples of biological material for laboratory research as well as patient testing.
Operate laboratory equipment, such as centrifuges, automated cell counters, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, fluorometer, etc. Use automated equipment that analyzes multiple samples at the same time.
Performs a quality secondary review of work such as accessioning as well as data entry in logs to ensure accurate information.
Performs some aspects of the post-analytic workflow including: distribution of results, filing testing documentation, archiving samples, and checking for data entry errors.
Ensures quality of operations:
Performs required Quality System responsibilities including initiating “Quality Occurrence Reports, Customer Complaints,” etc.
Meets competency standards of the department.
Ensures that personal continuing education requirements are met.
Ensures integrity of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) by following established protocols and participating in the maintenance and enhancements of the LIMS.
Follows all required safety procedures, assumes a proactive role in laboratory safety. Follows all required privacy, safety, and biohazard procedures and standards.
Provides customer service excellence:
Answers telephones when needed, using proper telephone etiquette.
Adheres to HIPPA and PHI standards; maintains patient confidentiality.
Sends reviewed results to clients.
Performs inventory control activities related to Laboratory supplies in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner for assigned perpetual inventories by professional standards and established internal procedures.

You Bring:

High School diploma, or equivalent. Some college coursework and/or relevant certification(s) preferred. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study highly preferred. For the MLT II, typically, 2+ years’ experience in a Clinical Laboratory, or Blood Bank environment.
Medical Laboratory Technician degree and licensed by the State of CA.
Experience analyzing complex data, troubleshoot technical issues and make valid scientific conclusions.
Proficient computer and Microsoft Office program skills (Word, Outlook, Excel), and the ability to learn new software programs.

We Bring:

A beautiful modern facility centrally located in San Diego County, with many jobs conducive to flexible scheduling and telework options.
A welcoming breakroom for gathering with hosted hot/cold beverages and healthy convenience foods, and an available micro-market to get you through the day.
A positive workplace culture with an emphasis on support, respect and belonging.
A diverse and inclusive work environment where you will learn, grow, and make new friends.
Competitive pay, discretionary bonus program, incentive stock options, generous benefit options, 401k with a fully vested employer match, and generous time off benefits.

Invivoscribe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

INVIVOSCRIBE INC

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