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The Pathology Department is seeking a Laboratory Technologist which is a project based position in support of 2022 initiative for COVID 19 testing at Johns Hopkins.

The Laboratory Technologist will handle COVID-19 and related human specimens following training, standard operating, and safety protocols. Provided with all necessary training, competency assessment, and laboratory PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

This individual will perform nucleic acid extraction and COVID-19 testing of human specimens in accordance with established standards and procedures. This person will be expected to handle clinical human specimens appropriately and safely. They will be expected to acquire a level of knowledge to properly execute protocols, recognize correct instrument function and successful protocol performance, perform minor troubleshooting in the event of malfunction or failure, and perform Quality Control (QC) testing.

They will participate in general laboratory duties including: general lab housekeeping, inventory of reagents and supplies, and assistance with delivery/receipt of specimens.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of both routine and complex clinical laboratory tests on human specimens, in accordance with established standards and procedures under minimal supervision.
• Prepares and determines suitability of reagents following defined formulas and procedures.
• Documents and reports test results. Completes required logs and supporting documents.
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment and notifies supervisors or service personnel when more complex problems occur.
• Performs related general duties such as ordering supplies, general lab housekeeping, and maintaining safety records.
• Strictly complies with patient care and confidentiality policies, HIPAA regulations.
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, knowledge, or abilities required of the position.

Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory):

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related field.

* Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• One or more years of work experience in a laboratory environment.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Work produced is subject to precise measure of quantity and quality.
• Attention to detail is critical to the successful performance of this job as it directly affects patient diagnoses.
• Analytical ability to operate technical equipment and perform tests with the highest degree of accuracy.
• Individual should have strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret direction, both oral and written, organize and prioritize work and follow through on assignments.
• Must be able to work successfully as part of a team in a high volume, dynamic laboratory.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, see and hear. 
• May sit or stand for prolonged periods and occasionally required to walk. 
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, touch, feel, and type.
• May reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch. 
• Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen, paper reports/documents, charts and results.
• Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens microscopically. 
• Must possess manual dexterity sufficient to work with small instruments and delicate equipment.
• May transport equipment and supplies usually less than 40 pounds from one area to another. May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with proper training, or precautions/lifting aides.

Clinical Laboratory Environment:

• Exposure to toxins and infectious agents exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed. 
• Working in laboratory where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment.
• In some areas work space is confined; therefore mobility may be difficult.

Additional Requirements:

• Staff will be required to complete annual competency review, and must ensure compliance with Hospital Policy, Laboratory Policy & Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy & confidentiality laws/practices.
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and accurate.
• Many department laboratories operate 24/7 with schedules on day, evening, or night shift. 
• Rotating schedules which may include weekend work and holiday assignment. 
• Overtime possible when authorized/needed to meet business and patient needs.

Classified Title: Laboratory Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: Commensurate with experience  
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 3:30pm-11:30pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus  
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Pat Molecular Diagnostics Lab  
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu.

Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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