Imaging Specialist I

Description

About Us

Inform Diagnostics, a Fulgent Genetics Company, is a nationally recognized diagnostics laboratory focused on anatomic pathology subspecialties including gastrointestinal pathology, dermatopathology, urologic pathology, hematopathology, and breast pathology.

Founded in 2011, our parent entity, Fulgent Genetics, has evolved into a premier, full-service genomic testing company built around a foundational technology platform.

Through our diverse testing menu, Fulgent is focused on transforming patient care in oncology, anatomic pathology, infectious and rare diseases, and reproductive health. We believe that by providing a wide range of effective, flexible testing options in conjunction with best-in-class service and support, we can redefine the way medicine is managed for patients and clinicians alike.

Since integrating with our therapeutic development business, Fulgent is also developing drug candidates for treating a broad range of cancers using a novel nanoencapsulation and targeted therapy platform. By merging our fields of expertise, we aim to become a fully integrated precision medicine company.

Summary of Position

The Imaging Specialist is responsible for performing Quality Control functions on all cases and taking digital microphotographs on designated cases for final pathology report. 

The Imaging Specialist will follow the direction of the supervisor while taking initiative in performing and promoting quality and efficiency within the department. The Imaging Specialist will be trained in the expected task in order to meet the competency set by the department.

Key Job Elements

• Photomicrographs area of interest of specimens to be included on final report.
• Performs a Quality Control (QC) function during the image capture process ensuring:
  - Slides and tissue types match and correlate with gross description.
  - All pertinent slides are present.
  - Specimen type field matches gross.
  - Applicable upfront levels and stains were ordered. 
  - Accuracy of the gross description.
• Assists in the identification and research of discrepancy cases to determine the origin of variance utilizing appropriate documentation under the supervision of the PA Supervisor.
• Performs Quality Control (QC) check of controls submitted with patient cases provided by specific TCPC clients, to ensure the accuracy of the immunohistochemistry staining.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately prioritize and triage cases based on the laboratory’s procedural manual.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and immediately notify the histology supervisor/manager, technical supervisor, or director.
• Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance tests as required. Maintains all necessary documentation and current logs.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information concerning patients, physicians, employees, clients, vendors, and the company.
• Reports all concerns of quality, patient care, and/or employee safety to a Supervisor or Safety Officer.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Has a good understanding and working knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems.
• Assists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Requires a high degree of care and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated skills and high level of attention to detail in technical data interpretation and ability to troubleshoot.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) – Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
• Communication – Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
• Teamwork – Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
• Customer Service Focus – Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then delighting the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.

Education, Certification/Licensure, and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in the Sciences strongly preferred.
• One to three years previous experience working in a Gastrointestinal or Dermatopathology laboratory is preferred.

Other

• Willingness to work shift work and overtime is required. Must be flexible to work different shifts as dictated by business needs.
• Travel Required (Highlight One): Rarely  Occasionally  Frequently
• Weekends/Evenings/Holidays (Highlight One): No

Environment

Fulgent Therapeutics LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands

• Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.
• Manual dexterity to use common laboratory equipment and perform sterile techniques as required.
• Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• May have exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, fumes and bio-hazardous material/chemicals including Formalin and Xylene in the lab environment.
• May be required to handle blood-borne pathogens and general laboratory reagents; handle live human specimens, tissues, and bodily fluid.

All laboratory personnel will be required to maintain schedule flexibility and when problems arise, may be required to work overtime.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.