Medical Technologist (Emerging Pathogens)
Description
Medical Technologist (Emerging Pathogens)
About CICONIX: CICONIX LLC is a Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in business advisory and technical assistance for military health programs. We value exceptional people, unwavering integrity, inclusive collaboration, and enduring impact.
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Location(s): Palo Alto, CA (on-site) | VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS)
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Position Offers:
- Full-time/long-term position
- Two Shift Options:
- Shift 1: 8:00am - 5:00pm | Monday - Friday (including holidays)
- Shift 2: 8:00am - 5:00pm | Tuesday - Saturday (including holidays)
- Full benefit program, including: health, PTO, and 401k + contribution
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Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) Certification
- 2 - 5 years of experience
Summary:
CICONIX is seeking a Medical Technologist (Emerging Pathogens) to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, CA.
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About the Role:
- Perform high complex molecular laboratory testing such as pathogen agnostic whole genome sequencing for diagnosis of unknown or emerging pathogens.
- Conduct pathogen specific testing such as antibody/antigen tests, RT-PCR, and Multilocus sequence typing (MLST).
- Execute whole genome sequencing for diagnosis and treatment decision making in support of the Whole-of-government USG National Biodefense Strategy-Diagnostics Joint Capabilities Plan; CDC Laboratory Response Network (LRN); and VA Public Health preparedness and response requirements (including laboratory surveillance, lookback and outbreak investigations and VA response to high consequence infections such as Ebola, mpox or H5N1 avian influenza).
- Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to be unusable. Prepares specimens for analysis, ensuring that the physiologic state of the specimen properties is maintained.
- Selects, performs, evaluates and monitors the performance of test procedures using manual and/or instrumental techniques in accordance with established protocols. Recognizes and reacts to indicators of malfunction; locates and implements corrections.
- Conducts quality control procedures on equipment, reagents, and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports.
- Calibrate, standardizes, adjusts and maintains instruments on which trained. Verifies correct instrument operation using established procedures and quality control checks and monitoring. Identifies the cause of common problems and makes simple repairs.
- Evaluates the validity of data in relation to the test system and accepted assay procedures. Correlates quantitative data with patient data (i.e., history, medications) to verify results.
- Performs additional tests to clarify or confirm abnormal patient results. Recognizes abnormal results that require immediate attention by the physician and reports them directly.
- Responsible for the generation of laboratory results from the work area into the laboratory computer system and for the editing and verification of the results recorded into the computer system.
- Responsible for LIM services to build or maintain connectivity between PHRL and all VAMC clinical laboratories.
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Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor's degree in a Biological Science or a related field.
- Licensure & Certifications (Current & Unrestricted):
- Must currently possess the appropriate certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) given by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP-BOR).
- Experience:
- Two (2) - Five (5) years of laboratory experience (especially molecular assays).
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation.
- Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.
- Ability to interpret and apply complex written instructions.
- Ability to communicate, consult, and interact with Laboratory Director, Laboratory Supervisor, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Knowledge and understanding of laboratory operations and their relationship to the organization enough to solve testing, quality or customer service problems.
- English Language Proficiency.
- Security & Background Check:
- U.S. Citizenship and a successful background investigation are required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to comply with the government vaccination requirements.
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Compensation: $35 - $45 per hour
CICONIX LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. We E-Verify all employees.