Laboratory Technologist at Mosaic Diagnostics

Overland Park, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory testing, GCMS, LCMS, Analytical instrumentation, Quality control, Troubleshooting, Aseptic techniques, LIMS, LIS, Chemical reagent preparation, Data analysis, Specimen handling, CLIA regulatory compliance, Laboratory safety, Inventory management, Training

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Laboratory Technologist (I, II, III) at Mosaic Diagnostics Department: Laboratory Reports To: Laboratory Operations Manager Prepared Date: 7/16/2025 FLSA Status: Non-exempt Summary of position: The Laboratory Technologist- The Laboratory Technologist performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data used by physicians to diagnose, treat, and promote health and wellness. The selected candidate will be responsible for performing all facets of testing including preparing calibrators, quality controls, and samples for analysis. The candidate will prepare chemical reagents needed for testing and perform maintenance of instrumentation. This position requires strong analytical reasoning, analytical instrument operating experience, and excellent troubleshooting capabilities in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment. Duties/Responsibilities: Level I - Minimum Perform laboratory assays in accordance with Mosaic DX standard operating procedures Operate, calibrate and maintain all laboratory equipment and instruments according to standard operating procedures to ensure quality results Maintain adequate inventory of supplies, reagents and materials Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed Be capable of identifying problems and patterns that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results. Analyze chromatographic and mass spectral data generated by GCMS and/or LCMS instrumentation Analyze test results and import into the LIMS/LIS systems for patient reporting Prepare chemical reagents Perform daily maintenance of analytical instruments Perform preventative maintenance on instruments and equipment per established schedule Successfully operate all required instrumentation including but not limited to fume hoods, centrifuges, rotators, GCMS, LCMS, Immunology Successfully and accurately mix solutions Successfully and accurately pipette solutions and specimens Manage day to day workflow within the department and/or per assigned bench Ability to meet and maintain turnaround time requirements of patient testing Ability to clearly document in all applicable logs, documents and systems for traceability Review and suggest edits to Standard Operating Procedures Follow all CLIA regulatory requirements Clearly and professionally communicate with all staff at Mosaic Diagnostics Check email daily and respond as needed by following normal business practices Accept or reject test results in accordance with standard operating procedures Document remedial action, troubleshooting, quality assurance activities and instrument maintenance Adhere to established processing timelines Adhere to all quality and safety standards Other duties as assigned by management Level II – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level I plus the following: General knowledge of Standard Operating Procedure writing, assay theory, and instrumentation Perform general troubleshooting for instruments and assays Perform orientation and training to new employees on all applicable instruments and equipment within the test system Evaluate and document testing personnel training Assist and perform new assay validation Assist and manage special projects as assigned Able and willing to support other departments Meet all CLIA Requirements Participate on special project teams as requested by supervisory staff Other duties as assigned by management Level III – Fully meets the responsibilities of Level II plus the following: Train Staff on advanced troubleshooting skills for instrumentation and assays Ability to assist staff with questions and be a subject matter exert Participate in advanced troubleshooting activities in conjunction with Technical Supervisor Cross-trained in multiple assays or processes Able and willing to support other departments Possess advanced knowledge of test systems or instruments Volunteer to serve on various committees and panels to the benefit of the laboratory or company in general (e.g. Safety Committee) Performs training and Qualified Personnel responsibilities as assigned In absence of team lead or management, if needed, adjust staffing according to volume and workflow. Required Skills/Abilities: Level I – Minimum Bachelor's degree in a biology science, a chemistry science or medical technology from a four-year college or university Minimum of 6 hours of biology credits, 6 hours of chemistry credits and 12 additional science credits GCMS or LCMS: 1 year (Preferred) Laboratory experience: 1 year (Preferred) Willing to work with potentially infectious human blood and body fluids Ability to work with automated and manual platforms Must possess skills required for aseptic techniques Intermediate level of proficiency with PC based software programs Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in performing tests, documenting test results and maintaining patient, client, employee and laboratory business confidentiality Excellent verbal & written communication skills Analytical judgment, problem solving skills, accuracy and strong detail oriented Level II – Fully meets the qualifications of Level I plus the following: Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience as a Laboratory Technologist I. Ability to move between tasks throughout the day to maintain workflow Must be familiar with lab statistical analysis Experience and proficient user of Microsoft office products LIMS/LIS experience with documentation of laboratory data Ability to critically think and troubleshoot High attention to detail Level III – Fully meets the qualifications of Level II plus the following: Minimum of 6 years of laboratory experience Possess the skillset to be a trainer and Qualified Personnel Possess advanced knowledge and troubleshooting capability Has demonstrated achievement in advancing laboratory improvements, including participation in committees, panels, process improvement teams, or other related activities Ability and willingness to train others Requirements Physical Requirements: Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and other office equipment, use a telephone, access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels, including overhead Ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably with sufficient volume to ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance, over the telephone, and in a group setting Ability to stand for extended periods of time as necessary in the laboratory (4 or more hours) Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds Physical dexterity sufficient to move body frequently around laboratory equipment and instrumentation Ability to continuously operate a personal computer for extended periods of time (4 or more hours) Mental acuity sufficient to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technologist performs medical laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses to provide data for patient diagnosis and treatment. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, preparing reagents, and ensuring compliance with quality control and safety standards.