Santa Barbara County
Public Health Microbiologist
Santa Barbara County, Santa Barbara, California, us, 93190
SALARY
$39.10 - $47.00 Hourly$81,334.24 - $97,755.84 Annually
POSITION : Under general supervision, the
Public Health Microbiologist
performs and interprets microbiological tests in the areas of communicable disease and environmental sanitation; performs related duties as required.
The Public Health Department operates a full-service Public Health Laboratory committed to providing the highest quality technical service to its providers and patients. The staff is a dedicated group of licensed/certified professionals with decades of patient care experience working in the community.
BENEFITS : The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or
CLICK HERE
to view more information.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will have:Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information to physicians, nurses, and other clinical laboratories and providers regarding laboratory tests and procedures.The ability to work independently and as part of a team.Experience using a Laboratory Information System (LIS).Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.Technical knowledge and experience in a laboratory setting, including safety and testing of patient specimens.Knowledge of microbiological principles, protocols, and techniques that are applied in a public health laboratory setting.
Responsibilities include:Performing laboratory tests in the areas of bacteriology, serology, mycobacteriology, and virology.Preparing and examining specimens of human, animal, and environmental origin to aid in the diagnosis of various diseases.Analyzing and interpreting test data; preparing reports of findings; maintaining records of test results.Conducting quality control tests to ensure the integrity of tests and compliance with regulations.Providing technical information to physicians, nurses, and other clinical laboratories regarding the interpretation of laboratory tests and proper laboratory procedures.Utilizing computerized and other laboratory equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:Possession of a Public Health Microbiologist certificate issued by the California State Department of Human Services;
OR , valid Temporary Public Health Microbiology Certificate;
OR , a California Certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist General License;
OR , a Limited License in Microbiology.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Application Review:
Review applications to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.Computerized Competency Assessment:
Candidates will be notified by email with instructions on obtaining and taking the Competency Assessment.Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:
Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:
Candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check and satisfactory reference checks.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:
This recruitment will be posted until all positions are filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at
www.sbcountyjobs.com .#J-18808-Ljbffr
$39.10 - $47.00 Hourly$81,334.24 - $97,755.84 Annually
POSITION : Under general supervision, the
Public Health Microbiologist
performs and interprets microbiological tests in the areas of communicable disease and environmental sanitation; performs related duties as required.
The Public Health Department operates a full-service Public Health Laboratory committed to providing the highest quality technical service to its providers and patients. The staff is a dedicated group of licensed/certified professionals with decades of patient care experience working in the community.
BENEFITS : The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or
CLICK HERE
to view more information.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE will have:Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information to physicians, nurses, and other clinical laboratories and providers regarding laboratory tests and procedures.The ability to work independently and as part of a team.Experience using a Laboratory Information System (LIS).Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.Technical knowledge and experience in a laboratory setting, including safety and testing of patient specimens.Knowledge of microbiological principles, protocols, and techniques that are applied in a public health laboratory setting.
Responsibilities include:Performing laboratory tests in the areas of bacteriology, serology, mycobacteriology, and virology.Preparing and examining specimens of human, animal, and environmental origin to aid in the diagnosis of various diseases.Analyzing and interpreting test data; preparing reports of findings; maintaining records of test results.Conducting quality control tests to ensure the integrity of tests and compliance with regulations.Providing technical information to physicians, nurses, and other clinical laboratories regarding the interpretation of laboratory tests and proper laboratory procedures.Utilizing computerized and other laboratory equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:Possession of a Public Health Microbiologist certificate issued by the California State Department of Human Services;
OR , valid Temporary Public Health Microbiology Certificate;
OR , a California Certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist General License;
OR , a Limited License in Microbiology.APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:Application Review:
Review applications to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.Computerized Competency Assessment:
Candidates will be notified by email with instructions on obtaining and taking the Competency Assessment.Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:
Responses to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting.
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:
Candidates will be required to successfully complete a background check and satisfactory reference checks.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:
This recruitment will be posted until all positions are filled. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at
www.sbcountyjobs.com .#J-18808-Ljbffr