Molecular / Microbiology Technologist I

Job Summary:

The Molecular/Microbiology Technologist I -entry-level clinical laboratory professional responsible for performing routine molecular/microbiology testing under established laboratory procedures. The technologist performs testing, quality control, instrument maintenance, and result reporting while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory guidelines.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts routine molecular diagnostic assays including PCR, RT-PCR, multiplex PCR, and other FDA-approved or laboratory developed tests.
• Conducts routine and specialized microbiological procedures including bacteriology/yeast isolation and identification, Gram stain and susceptibilities.
• Responsible for the preventive maintenance and function checks procedures of equipment, as well as performing corrective action when necessary.
• Ensures patient specimen stability, proper sample processing and takes appropriate corrective action when errors are detected, or rejections/recollections are required.
• Performs all quality control procedures to ensure validity and analytic performance of test results and troubleshoots according to laboratory protocols.
• Exhibits efficient use of time and resources, meeting expectations for turnaround time (TAT).
• Treats all proficiency testing samples according to regulatory agencies’ guidelines and laboratory expectations.
• Maintains proficiency and competency in performance for the Microbiology and Molecular testing menu.
• Train to analyze and accurately review results (1st review).
• Participates in regulatory agencies’ inspection readiness and onsite inspections.
• Communicates effectively and timely as needed to coworkers, department leadership and other divisions.
• Performs equipment and assay verifications, validation and equivalencies according to the approved plans under supervision.
• Follows aseptic techniques and cleaning procedures for the prevention of contamination.
• Assist with training lab aides.
• Participates in departmental meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Routinely handles biohazardous and / or chemical hazardous material.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding molecular biology and microbiology principles and techniques.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Willingness to maintain confidential information
• Must be analyzed for color perception

Education and Experience:

Education / Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution, or
• Meet CLIA requirements 42 CFR.493.1489

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Employee is regularly required to talk or hear
• Employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Employee is occasionally required to lift office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds

Travel and Hours:

• This position is full-time
• No travel is required with this position

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

It is the policy of Arbor to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or federal law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.