Clinical Microbiology Scientist II – 1st Shift

Montgomery College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health invites applications for a Microbiologist in the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory. The role covers routine and complex microbiology tests across shifts using WASPLab automation, with collaboration across medical directors and lab staff to support high-quality patient care.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Tennessee licensure, plus ASCP or AMT certifications. The laboratory emphasizes accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance in a state-of-the-art environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Licensure and board certifications (Tennessee LIC, ASCP or AMT) are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex clinical microbiology testing on patient specimens across shifts.
• Responsible for specimen processing, organism identification and susceptibility testing.
• Ensures quality assurance and regulatory compliance; timely reporting of results.

Education

Bachelor's degree (Required)

Tools

LIC-Medical Laboratory Act - Tennessee

ASCP Certification

AMT Certification

Job description

Vanderbilt Health invites applications for a Microbiologist in the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory. The role covers routine and complex microbiology tests across shifts using WASPLab automation, with collaboration across medical directors and lab staff to support high-quality patient care.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and Tennessee licensure, plus ASCP or AMT certifications. The laboratory emphasizes accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance in a state-of-the-art environment.