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