Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology

US132 Guidehouse Digital, LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking a Medical Technologist in Bethesda, MD to perform microbiology specimen handling and processing, and to report patient test results. You will work on moderate to high complexity tests, ensuring quality and compliance with procedures.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years in a clinical hospital lab; ASCP certification preferred; ability to obtain DoD/public trust; strong communication, analytical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of TWO (2) years of experience working in a clinical hospital laboratory.
• Ability to lift 10–30 pounds.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD 'public trust'; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiology specimen handling and processing, test analyses; report and maintain records of patient test results.
• Work with staff on specimen processing and test performance of moderate to high complexity tests, such as VRE PCR, Carba-R real time PCR, Maldi Tof-MS and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Check controls before reporting stained smears to ensure that the stain quality is appropriate.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and initiate or take corrective action to maintain stain and media quality, reagents, and equipment.
• Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures when test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; correct problem or notify staff; document all corrective actions taken.
• Communicate and consult with pertinent medical personnel regarding collection procedures; troubleshoot any problems with the specimen or documentation.
• Perform and document all quality control activities, instrument calibrations and maintenance preformed.
• Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Maintain records of instrument failure, troubleshooting and QC.
• Organize daily work based on priorities and needs of the laboratory and patients.
• Perform inventory of reagents and supplies as required.
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate new techniques; perform comparative studies with older technology; perform evaluations to determine new guidelines.
• Comply with accrediting and inspections agency requirements participating in activities.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Family: Medical Technologist

Travel Required: None Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

Perform laboratory procedures for microbiology specimen handling and processing, test analyses; report and maintain records of patient test results. Work with staff on specimen processing and test performance of moderate to high complexity tests, such as VRE PCR, Carba-R real time PCR, Maldi Tof-MS and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Check controls before reporting stained smears to ensure that the stain quality is appropriate. Monitor, troubleshoot, and initiate or take corrective action to maintain stain and media quality, reagents, and equipment. Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures when test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; correct problem or notify staff; document all corrective actions taken. Communicate and consult with pertinent medical personnel regarding collection procedures; troubleshoot any problems with the specimen or documentation. Perform and document all quality control activities, instrument calibrations and maintenance preformed. Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient specimens. Maintain records of instrument failure, troubleshooting and QC. Organize daily work based on priorities and needs of the laboratory and patients. Perform inventory of reagents and supplies as required. Collaborate with staff to evaluate new techniques; perform comparative studies with older technology; perform evaluations to determine new guidelines. Comply with accrediting and inspections agency requirements participating in activities.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of TWO (2) years of experience working in a clinical hospital laboratory.
• Ability to lift 10 – 30 pounds.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse.
• Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Preferred fields of study: Biological Science, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related discipline.
• ASCP (or equivalent) certification, strongly preferred.
• If not certified, must be able to meet College of American Pathologists (CAP) testing personnel accreditation requirements.

Salary & Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00-$94,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace. Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer—Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com