Medical Technologist

Zimmer GmbH; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet is seeking a full-time Microbiology Laboratory Technician for its CLIA laboratory in Towson, MD. The role encompasses all clinical laboratory testing areas, including specimen processing, quality control, and team supervision. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology and at least 2 years of clinical experience, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop and follow research methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing including microbiology and ELISA testing.
• Maintain quality assurance logs and perform required calibrations.
• Assist with training new employees and supervising lab assistants.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Knowledge of scientific methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology

Job description

Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

What You Can Expect

Full-time Microbiology laboratory position responsible for all areas of clinical laboratory testing including pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic. The position will reside within the Division's CLIA laboratory, CD Laboratories in Towson, MD. Techniques that will be performed in this position include microbiology and ELISA testing. The successful candidate will be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must have meticulous work habits, and be highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple projects. Maintain a calm and positive attitude even when dealing with difficult situations. Continually looks for ways to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.

How You'll Create Impact

• Receive specimens into the lab and verify adequacy for testing
• Label all specimens with barcodes after entry into the LIS
• Perform all necessary processing steps to prepare specimens for testing, i.e., centrifugation, mixing, plating of culture specimens, etc.
• Perform Gram stain and Culture Workup according to SOPM. Operate and maintainautomated equipment i.e. Vitek II, BacT Alert.
• Maintain quality assurance logs to document inadequate or missing specimens
• Perform and document all required instrument maintenance and calibrations as needed
• Perform and document all required quality control. Assure that testing is not performed until acceptable results are obtained
• Assist with training and supervision of new employees and lab assistants in all technicalareas
• Participate in and document annual continuing education
• Perform all testing according to SOPM
• Enter test results into LIS and verify that results are being entered via the electronic instrument-LIS interface
• Review and release all test results. Review questionable or critical results with a seniortechnologist
• Assure that all critical values are reported to the ordering physician as soon as test results are validated
• Update patient charts with all notes pertaining to specimen adequacy or specific testinformation
• Provide technical information about test results to physicians
• Participate in individual or group projects or on designated committees when requested todo so by the Technical Supervisor or Lab Manager

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Knowledge of scientific approach and methodologies.
• Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise.
• Ability to develop and follow research methodologies and protocols.
• Ability to design and execute research experiments with appropriate controls.
• Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science from an accredited institution (ASCP or equivalent certification preferred)
• At least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience
• Strong written and verbal skills and attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve operating errors
• Basic understanding of the IT and EMR industry

Travel Expectations

• Up to 5%

Expected Compensation Range

• $60,000-$75,000 annually

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability