1. Performs specialized laboratory tests and procedures in such areas as histology, cytology, cytogenics, medical technology, and histocompatibility. Records results. Interprets and analyzes results of test and procedures. 2. Tests for and ensures quality control of slides, specimens and cultures. Sets up, operates and maintains laboratory equipment. 3. Oversees and instructs support staff. Serves as a source of information on specialized laboratory techniques and equipment operation. 4. Prepares specimens, tissue, bodily fluid samples, and other matter for analysis and diagnosis using specialized laboratory techniques. 5. Stains and mounts slides, prepares specialized solutions and media; and cultures tissues. 6. Develops and modifies laboratory techniques and procedures. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May photograph specimens and other matter and develop film. 7. Performs additional functions incidental to laboratory activities.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology; must be able to identify origin type of body tissue. Proven ability to process and prepare high quality microscopic slides for medical diagnosis and work in all areas of routine and special molecular diagnostics.

Required Skill/ability 2:  Demonstrated ability to perform selection, preparation and submission of samples for molecular analysis by a Pathologist.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to work effectively and independently as a professional and function autonomously within programmatic guidelines.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Proven organizational and interpersonal skills. Able to work under pressure in a fast paced, clinical care laboratory. Ability to adhere and follow all safety and HIPAA policies.

Required Skill/ability 5:  Ability to analyze run data and assess quality to verify performance of clinical assay, and perform proficiency testing for assigned tests/equipment to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.

Preferred Education:  ASCP certification in MT, MLS, or MB.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Clinical Technologist 2

University Job Title:  Clinical Technologist 2 - Molecular Diagnostics

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  ASCP certification in MT, MLS, or MB.

Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree, or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

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