What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molecular Pathology Technician II/III position at cincinnatichildrens?
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Lab Specific Duties - Perform routine patient testing for the Molecular Pathology and/or Immunology laboratories. Ensure that the laboratory's inventory of supplies and reagents is adequate to accommodate the workload, and alert responsible parties when it is not. Perform routine maintenance of instrumentation and equipment and alert responsible parties when discrepancies occur. Maintain a high level of attention to detail by adhering to the quality assurance guidelines established for the laboratory. Have a thorough understanding of the requirements of the accrediting agency (CAP) and apply that knowledge in all activities. Perform research, development and other outside projects in a timely manner as directed by the laboratory supervisor or director. Advanced understanding and experience with molecular methods. Advanced troubleshooting of PCR assays. Ability to design and or validate clinical molecular assays. Policy & Procedure - Participate in the development, maintenance, and/or revision of policies, procedures, and/or manuals. Compliance - Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, such as JCAHO, HIPAA, and/or other accreditation standards. Design and/or implement programs, policies, and/or procedures to ensure compliance. Track laws and regulations that might affect policies and procedures. May prepare compliance reports and communicate results as necessary. Maintenance - Assist with maintenance of various pieces of equipment. Help maintain/order inventory. Keep work environment well-organized. May troubleshoot and/or correct erroneous results or problems with equipment. May provide appropriate safety/quality monitoring checks and document as assigned. Exemplary performance as a Tech II and meet the education and experience requirements of a Tech III. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Tech II Associate's degree in related field (MLT) Bachelor's degree in related field (MLS, Bio, or Chem) 0 years of work experience in a related job discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience May require clinical license, certification/training Tech III Bachelor's degree in a related field (MLS, Bio, or Chem) 4 years of work experience in a related job discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) OR Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with ASCP PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) OR Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with ASCP Experience in molecular testing (PCR, NGS, sequencing) strongly preferred Experience in molecular infectious disease testing (PCR, qPCR) and/or molecular oncology testing (NGS/sequencing) Primary Location Location R Schedule Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Department Pathology Employee Status Regular FTE 1 Weekly Hours 40 About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. 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