Microbiology Laboratory Technologist

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 MDRO

Perform experimental work including serological assays, chemical assays, genetic and molecular biology procedures, growth of solid and liquid cultures

Perform 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 chemicals

Collect and process blood specimens from submitting laboratories

Send the shipping supplies to submitting facilities and laboratories

Verify analytic accuracy, precision, sensitivity and references ranges for test methods

Work with Physician to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine tests

Maintain a laboratory notebook in which accurate and complete records of laboratory work is maintained in accordance with accepted standards

Follow laboratory SOPs and specific written experimental protocols as well as oral instructions in performing assigned experimental work

Submit reports and data summaries when applicable

Comply with occupational health and safety standards and other applicable regulations and guidelines which may include medical surveillance

Participate in the development of research protocols and grant proposals and in the conduct of research related to MRSN activities

Attend relevant seminars, scientific conferences and meetings to the MRSN

Operate systems/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate data for patients, Quality Control (QC), and proficiency testing

Ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing

Report clinical data accurately and efficiently to ensure givers receive timely patient information

Works to improve and expand the skill set of others involved with this effort by communicating and maintaining team knowledge

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Lab Technician Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

AS or BS in Biology, Chemistry or Microbiology

1-3 years of experience in clinical microbiology or molecular biology outside of an academic setting

Familiarity with the processing of microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing data generated on the three most widely used automated systems: Phoenix, Microscan, and Vitek2

Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment using critical thinking skills and decisive judgement with minimal supervision

Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion.

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Occasional stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling climbing, and overhead lifting

Must possess an active Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Technician (MT) certification

Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Regular Full-Time