Medical Lab Scientist I

POSITION SUMMARY: Natera is currently seeking a licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist to analyze specimens and maintains equipment in good operating condition. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Verify the proper specimen being analyzed and perform tests that need to be completed • Proficient at analyzing clinical laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures in an efficient manner with little to no errors • Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab • Provides general oversight of personnel and the daily operations in the lab. • Meet expected performance metrics within role as applicable. • Follows GLP (good laboratory practice): maintain clean and organized workspace • Completes training and other deadlines on time. • Provide guidance for new Clinical Laboratory Operator and/or Medical Laboratory Scientists. • Train on specialized instructions for instruments/protocols (super users) • Recognizes and escalates equipment malfunctions; troubleshoots common analytical and processing errors according to the laboratory’s standard operating procedure • Recognizes, documents, and escalates protocol deviations in lab to lead/supervisor • Assists with documentation for nonconformance reports. • Participates in the updating of departmental standard operating procedures and database to accurately reflect the current practices. • Conducts independent continuous improvement projects • Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency requirements through proper documentation (example maintenance logs, bench worksheet) • Performs quality control procedures to ensure accuracy of clinical data (if applicable) • Maintains equipment and instruments in good operating condition (such as calibration and expiration date) • Maintain inventory of material, supplies and equipment in the laboratory for performance of duties. • Communicates with team and other departments on various platforms (including via e-mail) • Provides feedback on day-to-day schedule and tasks to lead/supervisor; offers suggestions/ideas for improvement • Assists teammates in completing daily tasks and facilitate workflow as needed • Conducts himself/herself in a professional manner; acts as a role model/mentor to others • Adheres to Departmental Expectations • This role works with PHI on a regular basis both in paper and electronic form and have access to various technologies to access PHI (paper and electronic) in order to perform the job • Employee must complete training relating to HIPAA/PHI privacy, General Policies and Procedure Compliance training and security training as soon as possible but not later than the first 30 days of hire. • Must maintain a current status on Natera training requirements. • Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • BS/BA degree in Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, or a related field • Current MT/MLS/CLS/MB certification preferable from ASCP, AMT, or AAB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, troubleshooting, and pipetting skills. • Experience in Molecular Biology preferred. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Word processing and data management skills. • Ability to work well in a group • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Duties typically performed in BSL-1 to 2 laboratories with potentially hazardous material • Standing or sitting for long periods of time may be necessary • Duties may require working weekends and overtime • Must be able to lift boxes or supplies up to 35lbs • Duties require wearing safety goggles, gloves, and laboratory coat. • Duties require exposure to cold air due to frequent accessing of refrigeration and/or freezer