--- title: 'Medical Laboratory Technologist I - 2nd Shift at CareDx, Inc.' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/medical-laboratory-technologist-i-2nd-shift-caredx-inc-waltham-vdjj2w3f1m0v' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-08' --- # Medical Laboratory Technologist I - 2nd Shift at CareDx, Inc. - **Company:** CareDx, Inc. - **Location:** Waltham, MA - **Compensation:** $34–$36/hr - **Posted:** 2026-08-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/caredxinc/jobs/4330394009 ## Job description CareDx is a leading precision medicine diagnostics company advancing care in transplant, specialty oncology, and cell therapy. Through our innovative portfolio of molecular diagnostics, digital health solutions, AI-powered data and analytics, and patient support services, we partner with healthcare providers, patients, and biopharma organizations to help inform clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes. Within CareDx's Specialty Oncology business, we are focused on improving the management of HPV-driven cancers through innovative diagnostic solutions. NavDx®, our blood-based DNA test, helps clinicians detect molecular signs of disease recurrence, monitor treatment response, and guide patient management throughout the care journey. Our team is committed to expanding access to actionable insights that support more informed cancer care. The Molecular/Medical Laboratory Technologist performs laboratory analysis on clinical specimens using established laboratory procedures. Duties include but are not limited to; processing of specimens, performance of moderate, and highly complex analytical testing, establishing performing and documenting quality assurance, quality control, equipment maintenance, and accurately documenting all work performed under the direction of the Laboratory Medical Director. A Molecular/Medical Laboratory Technologist I will recognize and resolve problems using good laboratory practices. Minimum Education, Experience, & Specialized Knowledge (Required): Reporting to the General/Technical Supervisor, you will be supporting the Clinical Laboratory in processing of clinical specimens. Duties include: - Effectively communicates via written, verbal, face-to-face, telephone, and computer methods. - Respects and maintains the confidentiality of information relative to clients and patients. - Maintains CAP/CLIA compliance. - Maintains quality assurance and quality control programs, taking corrective action when necessary. - Follow lab procedures for specimen processing. - Determines specimen acceptability, consulting with supervisor, technologist, or Lab Director as needed taking appropriate action when necessary. - Understands and recognizes laboratory information system alerts and flags and takes the appropriate action. - Recognizes when information presented on requisitions is unclear and ambiguous and knows and follows corrective actions to be taken - Assists in the drafting of result reports within the scope of the position. - Communicates with staff to ensure highest level quality of work for each specimen received. - Assists technologist team with various lab duties. - Assists in training new employees. - Performs moderate, and/or highly complex analytic processes with moderate supervision. - Interprets problems with specimens which meet the rejection criteria for unacceptable samples. Makes the decision to reject a sample and request recollection to ensure validity of results. - Operates laboratory instruments and ensures proper functioning of laboratory equipment. - Completes and documents required maintenance activities on equipment, recognizes and elevates potential issues reporting service needs to leadership for resolution. - Performs quality control procedures as specified and maintains quality control records and documentation necessary to meet the standards of accrediting agencies. - Understands appropriate specimen collection, handling and transport procedures. - Prepares specimens for analysis and determines acceptability of samples within guidelines. - Assists in developing procedures for specimen collection, handling and transport to maintain specimen integrity and viability. - Validates acceptability of test results by review of test parameters. - Identifies the technical, instrumental and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results. - Monitors quality assurance and assists in data collection and preparation of QA indicators. - Performs internal and external proficiency testing. Handles proficiency testing samples in the same manner as patient samples. - Maintains clean and orderly work area. Cleans bench surfaces and equipment each shift or after contamination or spill. - Meets work product output expectations maintaining all section turn-around times. - Participates in continuing education and staff meetings. Prepares and presents continuing education programs for department personnel as requested. Responsible for own professional development. - Applies step by step thinking, problem solving and critical thinking patterns. - Contributes to design, research, review and writing of laboratory manuals. Remains informed of procedure updates and changes. - Complies with safety and hazard regulations as outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Safety Manual. Failure to follow safety protocols will result in disciplinary action. Understands, maintains and enforces safety guidelines. - Observes principles of data security and patient confidentiality. Maintains ethical standards in the performance of testing and in interactions with patients, co-workers and other health care professionals. - Demonstrates adaptability by embracing changes in the laboratory with a positive attitude. - Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures. Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30pm-11:00pm Qualifications: ## Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or higher in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology or in the chemical, molecular, or biological sciences; or Associates degree in Clinical Laboratory Science. Must satisfy the education requirements of the applicable certifying agency, i.e. CAP. - Appropriate certification from one of the nationally recognized certification agencies, i.e. CAP or state licensure that has been determined to be equivalent. Note: This is a requirement for the title Medical Laboratory Technologist I only. - Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. ## Preferred Qualifications - 1-3 years clinical laboratory experience performing high complexity testing - Experience in molecular testing preferred CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer-vets/disabled, and participates in the E-Verify program. 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Certain jurisdictions require notice of how we use and protect your personal information. For more information, please read our [Privacy Policy](https://caredx.com/privacy-center/#ca-privacy) The U.S. EEO posters are available [here](http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf). Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us. #LI-Remote This is the anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Waltham, MA. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and length of experience within the job, the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states. United States $33.65—$36 USD ## About CareDx, Inc. ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: CareDx is a precision medicine company providing molecular diagnostics, workflow software, patient support, and pharmacy services for transplant patients and, following the acquisition of Naveris, for specialty oncology. - **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: CDNA) - **Headquarters**: Brisbane, California, USA (with a co-headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden) - **Founded**: 2000 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Transplant diagnostics, precision medicine, molecular testing, healthcare IT, specialty oncology - **Target customers**: B2B (transplant centers, clinicians, hospitals) and B2C (transplant patients and caregivers) - **Mission**: Create life-changing solutions that enable transplant patients to thrive. - **Vision**: A world where every patient receives the transplant they need to live longer, fuller lives. ## Products & Services - **AlloSure® / AlloMap® / HeartCare® / KidneyCare® / LiverCare®**: Non-invasive molecular monitoring tests (donor-derived cell-free DNA and gene expression profiling) to detect organ rejection earlier in heart, kidney, and liver transplant recipients. (Type: Diagnostic test) - **CareDx Transplant Pharmacy**: Full-service pharmacy that fills over 150,000 prescriptions annually, providing immunosuppressant and supportive medications. (Type: Service) - **CareDx Software Suite (e.g., XynManagement, CareDx Connect)**: Workflow tools used by 70% of US transplant centers to manage patient data, lab results, and care coordination. (Type: SaaS) - **Naveris (acquired July 2026)**: Extends CareDx’s portfolio into high-growth specialty oncology, focusing on circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) monitoring. (Type: Diagnostic test / Service) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: ~$2.5 billion (as of early July 2026) [investors.caredx.com](https://investors.caredx.com/) - **Key Metric (Annual Revenue)**: $379.8 million (most recent fiscal year) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-dx-inc) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Bristol‑Myers Squibb (Series G lead), Sprout Group (Series D lead); partnerships with over 180 commercial employees supporting transplant centers. - **Growth Signals**: Completed acquisition of Naveris (July 2026) to enter oncology – a high‑growth adjacent market. Completed sale of its Lab Products business to Eurobio Scientific (June 2026) to sharpen focus on diagnostics and digital health. Over 30 abstracts and 9 oral presentations at the 2026 American Transplant Congress. Performed its one‑millionth rejection‑monitoring test. ## Competitive Advantages - **Market leadership** in transplant diagnostics, serving the vast majority of US transplant centers. - **Integrated end‑to‑end platform** – from molecular tests and pharmacy to software and patient support – that creates stickiness and deep integration into clinical workflows. - **Large, real‑world evidence database** from millions of test results, enabling continuous improvement of algorithms and clinical evidence. - **High barriers to entry**: regulatory clearance (CMS coverage, FDA clearance for certain tests) and long‑standing relationships with transplant centers. ## Strategic Focus - **Expansion beyond transplant** into specialty oncology via the Naveris acquisition, leveraging existing commercial and diagnostic infrastructure. - **Deepening digital health and software capabilities** to further integrate with hospital systems and improve patient outcomes. - **Maximizing value of the transplant franchise** through innovation in molecular monitoring (e.g., new indications, multi‑organ panels) and pharmacy adherence programs. ## Why Work Here - **Mission‑driven culture**: Employees directly contribute to helping transplant patients live longer, fuller lives. - **Values**: Respect One Another, Decide with Data, Take Accountability, Evangelize Your Work – emphasizing transparency, data‑driven decisions, and ownership. - **Benefits**: Competitive medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Health Savings Account (HSA), flexible spending accounts, paid time off, living‑donor recovery policy, on‑site gym (Brisbane office). - **Work environment**: Collaborative, purpose‑driven, with opportunities for growth across diagnostics, biotech, and digital health. Remote/hybrid policy not publicly specified; likely varies by role. ## Sources 1. [caredx.com](https://caredx.com/) – Company overview and product information 2. [caredx.com/company](https://caredx.com/company/) – Mission, leadership, employee count, values 3. [caredx.com/careers](https://www.caredx.com/careers) – Benefits and culture details 4. [investors.caredx.com](https://investors.caredx.com/) – Market cap, recent acquisitions, SEC filings 5. 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