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Laboratory Technician II (2nd Shift) - 3761

Myriad Neuroscience is a personalized medicine company dedicated to help clinicians determine the right medication for individual patients with medical conditions. Myriad Neuroscience's proprietary technology is based on pharmacogenomics - the study of the genetic factors that influence an individual's response to drug treatments as well as evidence-based medicine and clinical pharmacology. The company was founded in 2006 to commercialize industry-leading personalized medicine technology developed by Myriad Neuroscience based on technology licensed from Mayo Clinic and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.  

Myriad Neuroscience is the only company in the category with multiple peer-reviewed, published studies that demonstrate the clinical validity and clinical utility of its technology, including its substantial health care cost savings benefit.   

Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm

JOB OVERVIEW  

The Laboratory Technician II is responsible for specimen processing, test performance and reporting of test results according to laboratory procedures. This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Perform laboratory testing and data review according to laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient’s test results.
  • Review and edit Standard Operating Procedures as required.
  • Acquire and maintain competency by participating in required training and continuing education activities before and after starting new procedures.
  • Participate in testing of proficiency testing samples in same manner as patient samples.
  • Adhere to laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures, document all necessary quality control and quality assurance activities.
  • Follow the laboratory’s established corrective action policies whenever test systems are not within laboratory established performance specification and notify appropriate personnel per laboratory processes.
  • Work with groups to implement projects.
  • Follow defined cost saving measures.
  • Complete special assignments occasionally assigned by supervisor above and beyond normal job responsibilities.
  • This position may operate with minimal supervision. Completes assigned job duties in timely manner and reports to supervisor if the task is not completed in time.
  • Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES  

  • Bachelor degree or higher in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemistry or chemical engineering, biological or other physical science.
  • MS degree in science discipline with 1 year’s relevant clinical lab experience or Bachelor’s degree in science discipline with 2-3 years of relevant clinical lab or equivalent preferred.
  • Ability to work on-site.
  • Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks correctly and consistently.
  • Follow all rules and regulations and adhere to the highest ethical standards.
  • Understands decisions when department and company goals are explained.
  • Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks correctly and consistently.
  • Follow all rules and regulations and adhere to the highest ethical standards.
  • Excellent time management, scheduling, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and schedules.
  • Ability to work independently and as a contributing team member.
  • Ability to sense the importance or impact of issues and situations and take appropriate actions.
  • Must be flexible, innovative, and self-motivated.
  • Must have the flexibility to work extra hours to meet corporate and departmental goals.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.