Job Description
Job Title: Microbiology Technician
Location: Richmond, VA 23236
Shift: NIGHT SHIFT ONLY- 7/10 Rotating Weekend
Pay Range (As per the experience): $22 to $32.00/hr. + Benefits
Job Description:
You Will:
- Perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager or director.
- Assure that specimen processing and testing performed are performed in a timely manner and are compliant with department policies and procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
- Perform and practice preventive maintenance on equipment per department schedule.
- Apply concepts of laboratory medicine and utilizes independent judgement and problem solving skills to ensure the accuracy of test results and proper equipment performance.
- Understand laboratory quality control and quality assurance management in accordance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Adhere to department policy with regards to quality control and quality assurance for laboratory testing and equipment performance
- Act as a resource to peers and customers. Models teamwork.
- Assist in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.
You Should Have:
- Associate's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry required
- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry preferred
- National Certification as a Microbiology Technologist required
- State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV)
- Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods, demonstrates knowledge of microbiology, serology and infectious disease processes with correlation of disease states and results.
- General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements
- General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines
- Excellent communication skills.
- Effective team work
- Effective and proactive problem solving and decision making skills
- Ability to prioritize and organize work
Job Tags
Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift,