Clinical Lab Scientist/Microbiologist (MT/MLT)

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Job description

Company: U.S. Laboratories

Shift: Part time - Rotating weekends.

$500 Sign-On Bonus

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs lab testing and associated activities within the Microbiology section, including Serology, Virology and Parasitology.

Essential Position Duties

* Reviews the daily specimen management report.
* Troubleshoots and maintains the LIS and instruments interface and software.
* Performs Clostidium difficile assays.
* Resolves client problems as needed.
* Performs and records all quality assurances systems required to maintain precision and accuracy, including proficiency testing.
* Performs other tasks and procedures in Microbiology as required which are commensurate with education, training and experience.
* Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.
* Record lot numbers and ensures compliance with State requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records.
* Performs all clerical functions associated with the department.
* Reads bacterial and viral cultures. Performs biochemical identification procedures as necessary and record MIC results.
* Follows all safety protocols as outlines in safety manual.
* Identifies and pursues self improvement needs.
* Seeks coaching/mentoring when appropriate.
* Performs other duties as assigned

Compliance Responsibilities

* Participates in required orientation, Compliance and HIPAA training programs.
* Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
* Participates, as requested, in process improvement responsibilities.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Core Competencies/Skill Sets

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Detail oriented and organizational skills.
* Exercises accuracy and precision in completion of prescribed tasks and treatments.

Professional Experience/Educational Requirements

* Bachelor's degree or MT (ASCP or equivalent preferred); Associates degree with MLT
* Minimum of one (1) year experience in the area of Microbiology.
* Some computer experience required.

Certification/Licensure

* Must qualify as a clinical laboratory technologist under CLIA regulations.

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