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Molecular Pathology Tech II or III Job in Cincinnati, Ohio US

Molecular Pathology Tech II or III

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center - Cincinnati, OH

Posted: 1/9/2026 - Expires: 2/8/2026

Job ID: 293076827

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Job Description

Hours: M-F 1pm-9:30pm, weekend and holiday rotations are required.

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.

MINIMUM 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
Evening (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 atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years

* Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes o

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Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
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