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IRL Core Lab

5361 NW 33 ^rd Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Molecular Technologist opening with IRL - East FL Core Lab today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team. Minimum of 2 years of NSG experience required!

At IRL - East FL Core Lab, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible Spending
• Paid Time Off ( PTO ) and Personal Leave
• 401K (100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)
• Academic Assistance and Reimbursements for Tuition and Student Loans
• Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.
• Home , Auto , and Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program ( ESPP )
• Short Term & Long Term Disability coverage
• Adoption Assistance
• Legal Benefits and lots more!

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We are seeking a Molecular Technologist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

Job Summary:

*The Clinical Molecular Technologist will perform procedures utilizing next-generation sequencing and PCR, in a high complexity genetic testing clinical laboratory.

Experience Requirements

*2 years experience required (3-5 years preferred) in advanced molecular techniques including genomic DNA isolation, PCR, next-generation sequencing library preparation and sequencer operation.

*Experience with implementation/validation of new procedures and instrumentation for Clinical Molecular testing.

*Experience in a CAP/CLIA Laboratory environment required.

*Experience utilizing general laboratory equipment, such as micro-pipettes, qPCR instrumentation, thermal cyclers, BioAnalyzers and Sequencers.

*Experience with the operation of automation/liquid handling system is preferred.

*Experience with integrated laboratory information management systems (LIMS).

*Experience following laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.

*Must have ability to work in a fast-paced environment and attention to detail.

Education

*Bachelor or Master's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or similar life science with at least 2 years of experience performing high complexity testing, including PCR and/or next-generation sequencing.

*Medical Technologists or Molecular Technologist Florida license required.

*Molecular Biology/Diagnostics ASCP or AAB certification required.

Skills Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine high-complexity testing in a molecular genetics/genome sequencing lab and performs quality control, calibration, maintenance and proficiency testing in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Follows procedures related to patient testing including, but not limited to:
• Receives and records delivery of patient samples.
• Willingness to work with human specimens in a regulated BSL-2 laboratory environment
• Prepares specimens for the downstream processes performed in other areas of the lab such as library prep and instrument operations.
• Performs manual and automated molecular protocols
• Informs other personnel, management and Lab Director of any problem or issue that affects the reporting of patient results.
• Documents any problems, issues or information that may be necessary for other testing personnel to be aware.

*Instruments and equipment:

• Be able to perform maintenance of laboratory equipment, including the sequencers, instruments, and other specimen prep equipment.
• Ensures that the laboratory facility and equipment remain in good working order, performing routine calibrations and maintenance.

QA/QC:

• Works in a CAP/CLIA Laboratory environment and follows regulatory guidelines.
• Assists with testing, implementation, and validation of new procedures and instrumentation.
• Documents any problems, issues or information that may be necessary for other testing personnel and management to be aware.
• Takes corrective action if Quality Control results are not within acceptable limits.
• Troubleshoot and document corrective actions following established procedures and in coordination with laboratory supervisors and directors.
• Assist with Laboratory inventory management to maintain adequate supplies for patient testing.
• Be able to train new staff and assist in preparation for lab inspections, as requested.
• Help with drafting and updating standard operating procedures (SOP) and work instructions (WI).
• Dedicated individual with strong communication skills able to work independently and in a team environment.
• A proven track record to efficiently and accurately deliver results for project deadlines and testing turnaround times.
• Must adhere to safety and quality laboratory standards

Schedule : 1 ^st shift Monday to Friday. Some weekend rotation may be needed.

Integrated Regional Labs is a full service provider for clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions within the state of Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers and commercial accounts.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow." - Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Molecular Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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