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Job Title: Clinical Lab Technologist and Supervisor

Job Description

The Clinical Lab Technologist will process and analyze patient samples, monitor quality control, ensure all instruments are maintained properly, and enter patient results in their department. This role requires experience and training in the relevant department. The Lab Technologist IV may also conduct training for new employees and work closely with departmental personnel to maintain effective workflow. Compliance with regulatory standards is essential.

Responsibilities

+ Read and follow Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

+ Demonstrate proficiency in the performance, interpretation, and troubleshooting of assays.

+ Judge acceptability of quality control results and participate in proficiency testing.

+ Review performed work for accuracy before releasing it to clients.

+ Communicate sample issues within and outside the department to ensure proper client communication.

+ Assist in the evaluation and development of new procedures.

+ Achieve training goals as established by Human Resources.

+ Assist supervisors in the daily operation of the department.

+ Perform maintenance on departmental equipment.

+ Collaborate with other departmental personnel and the Product Development Department.

+ Maintain adequate supplies in the department.

+ Participate in the training of new employees.

+ Assist in maintaining year-round inspection readiness.

+ Understand and follow all safety rules and regulations.

+ Apply value statements and quality principles to work.

+ Assist in research projects as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in clinical microbiology testing/assays, including blood, wound, and urine cultures.

+ Experience with microbial identification techniques such as bench biochemicals, Vitek, and MALDI-ToF.

+ Parasitology microscopic analysis and identification with trichrome and concentrate preparations.

+ Experience in molecular biology, PCR, and DNA extraction.

+ Ability to troubleshoot routine issues and train others on sample quantification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Biological or Chemical Science, or a degree in Medical Technology.

+ For an MS degree, 4 years of clinical laboratory training or experience, with 2 years in the area of supervision.

+ For an MT degree, 6 years of clinical laboratory training or experience, with 2 years in the area of supervision.

+ For a BS degree, 7 years of clinical laboratory training or experience, with 2 years in the area of supervision.

+ Passage of a colorblind test for the Microbiology position.

+ Strong supervisory skills including mentoring, training, and leadership potential.

Work Environment

The work environment is a CLIA-compliant clinical diagnostics laboratory. The role requires meeting educational requirements and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that values innovation, diversity, and inclusion. Opportunities for professional growth are supported through ongoing training, mentorship programs, and career advancement. The role involves meaningful work that contributes to advancing personalized healthcare.

Job Type & Location

This is a direct placement position based out of Asheville, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $79040.00/yr.

Benefits would be available to them after they complete their time through protouch and would have a waiting/probationary period of 60 days once they are a Genova employee. Once they meet their 60-day waiting period with Genova they are eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits. We offer PPO and HDP plans through Aetna.

After 90 days of employment through Genova you are eligible for 401k. There is an employer contribution. For each dollar you contribute, Genova will match dollar for dollar up to a maximum of 3% and $0.50 on the dollar for the next 2% of compensation. That is 100% vested.

Vacation- When employees are hired, they begin accruing vacation at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period and up to 80 hours per year.

Personal Leave- Employees will receive personal leave after 6 months of employment. Full time employees will receive 40 hours.

Holidays-After 60 days employees are eligible for paid holidays. The company’s seven paid holidays are: New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Asheville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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