Hire Health
Microbiology Laboratory Technologist
Hire Health, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20900
Overview
Microbiology Laboratory Technologist
Serve as a laboratory technician performing laboratory procedure and experiments as required.
Lab Technician Responsibilities Include:Serve as a laboratory technician working under the supervision of a principal investigator (Research/Clinical Scientist) or contractor laboratory manager/supervisor in performing laboratory procedure and experiments as required for the phenotypic and genotypic characterization of MDROPerform experimental work including serological assays, chemical assays, genetic and molecular biology procedures, growth of solid and liquid culturesPerform routine laboratory duties required for the smooth and safe operation of laboratory such as maintaining a supply of clean glassware, properly disposing of hazardous biological and chemical waste, preparing reagents, and maintaining an inventory of laboratory chemicalsCollect and process blood specimens from submitting laboratoriesSend the shipping supplies to submitting facilities and laboratoriesVerify analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity and references ranges for test methodsWork with Physician to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine testsMaintain a laboratory notebook in which accurate and complete records of laboratory work is maintained in accordance with accepted standardsFollow laboratory SOPs and specific written experimental protocols as well as oral instructions in performing assigned experimental workSubmit reports and data summaries when applicableComply with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines which may include medical surveillanceParticipate in the development of research protocols and grant proposals and in the conduct of research related to MRSN activitiesAttend relevant seminars, scientific conferences and meetings to the MRSNOperate systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, Quality Control (QC), and proficiency testingEnsures quality specimens for laboratory testingReport clinical data accurately and efficiently to ensure givers receive timely patient informationWorks to improve and expand the skill set of others involved with this effort by communicating and maintaining team knowledgePerforms other job-related duties as assignedLab Technician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
AS or BS in Biology, Chemistry or Microbiology1-3 years of experience in clinical microbiology or molecular biology outside of an academic settingFamiliarity with the processing of microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing data generated on the three most widely used automated systems: Phoenix, Microscan, and Vitek2Strong teamwork and collaboration abilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment using critical thinking skills and decisive judgement with minimal supervisionAbility to perform work that requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion.Lifting up to 50 poundsOccasional stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling climbing, and overhead liftingMust possess an active Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technician (MT) certificationMust pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal
Microbiology Laboratory Technologist
Serve as a laboratory technician performing laboratory procedure and experiments as required.
Lab Technician Responsibilities Include:Serve as a laboratory technician working under the supervision of a principal investigator (Research/Clinical Scientist) or contractor laboratory manager/supervisor in performing laboratory procedure and experiments as required for the phenotypic and genotypic characterization of MDROPerform experimental work including serological assays, chemical assays, genetic and molecular biology procedures, growth of solid and liquid culturesPerform routine laboratory duties required for the smooth and safe operation of laboratory such as maintaining a supply of clean glassware, properly disposing of hazardous biological and chemical waste, preparing reagents, and maintaining an inventory of laboratory chemicalsCollect and process blood specimens from submitting laboratoriesSend the shipping supplies to submitting facilities and laboratoriesVerify analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity and references ranges for test methodsWork with Physician to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine testsMaintain a laboratory notebook in which accurate and complete records of laboratory work is maintained in accordance with accepted standardsFollow laboratory SOPs and specific written experimental protocols as well as oral instructions in performing assigned experimental workSubmit reports and data summaries when applicableComply with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines which may include medical surveillanceParticipate in the development of research protocols and grant proposals and in the conduct of research related to MRSN activitiesAttend relevant seminars, scientific conferences and meetings to the MRSNOperate systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, Quality Control (QC), and proficiency testingEnsures quality specimens for laboratory testingReport clinical data accurately and efficiently to ensure givers receive timely patient informationWorks to improve and expand the skill set of others involved with this effort by communicating and maintaining team knowledgePerforms other job-related duties as assignedLab Technician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
AS or BS in Biology, Chemistry or Microbiology1-3 years of experience in clinical microbiology or molecular biology outside of an academic settingFamiliarity with the processing of microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing data generated on the three most widely used automated systems: Phoenix, Microscan, and Vitek2Strong teamwork and collaboration abilitiesAbility to work in a fast-paced environment using critical thinking skills and decisive judgement with minimal supervisionAbility to perform work that requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion.Lifting up to 50 poundsOccasional stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling climbing, and overhead liftingMust possess an active Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technician (MT) certificationMust pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal