Medical Laboratory Technician

Description

Balance Health empowers people to live full lives by helping them improve and maintain mobility. We do this by bringing together leading podiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, vascular surgeons, and physical therapists and providing them the tools and resources necessary to deliver exceptional patient care. This mission has made us the fastest growing lower-extremity focused Physician Practice. 

We are seeking a Part Time California-licensed Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to support a high-complexity CLIA-certified molecular diagnostics laboratory. This role focuses on pre-analytical and analytical tasks such as specimen accessioning, nucleic acid extraction, and PCR setup under the supervision of a CLS or Technical Supervisor. MLTs are not permitted to result or interpret data in California but play a vital role in daily lab operations. This position is  part time (12–24 hours/week) with a flexible weekday schedule — no weekends or night shifts required (unless desired by the employee). 

Essential Functions

• Perform sample accessioning and labeling
•  Extract DNA/RNA from wound and nail samples
•  Set up and load PCR runs
•  Document quality control results and reagent tracking
•  Assist with equipment maintenance and routine calibrations
•  Maintain compliance with CLIA/COLA documentation
•  Communicate any test performance issues to a CLS or supervisor
•  Participate in safety drills, training, and internal QC assessments

Scope Restrictions

MLTs may not release test results, perform result interpretation, or operate independently. All high-complexity testing must be supervised on-site by a licensed CLS or Technical Supervisor per California law.

Requirements

Preferred Skills

• • Familiarity with Bio-Rad CFX96 or equivalent RT-PCR systems
• • Experience with LIS/EMR interfaces for laboratory workflows
• • Strong pipetting and sterile technique
• • Attention to detail and time management in high-throughput settings

Education, Certification/Licensing, and Experience

•  Associate’s degree or higher in chemical, biological, or clinical lab sciences
•  Valid California MLT License (required)
•  1–2 years hands-on experience in a molecular diagnostics or PCR environment preferred
•  Familiarity with CLIA, COLA, and HIPAA regulations
•  Experience working with biological specimens in a regulated clinical lab

Physical Demands

Tasks may involve standing at benches, using automated machines, and lifting containers up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Working Conditions

Work is conducted in a BSL-2 laboratory with exposure to biohazards, chemicals, automation, and clinical materials. Standard PPE is provided. The noise level is moderate.