Medical Technologist II – Microbiology

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Medical Technologist II in Microbiology to perform vital laboratory tests and procedures. The role involves a commitment to exemplary customer service, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring accurate documentation in a clinical setting. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science along with relevant certifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Medical Technologist or in related role.
• Certification by relevant accreditation agencies is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and procedures on patient specimens.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Microbiology specimen processing

Gram stains

Wet Prep / KOH Prep

Plate Reading

Culture Workups

AFB specimen processing

Susceptibility testing

Molecular Microbiology testing

Maintaining quality and safety standards

Laboratory instrument troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

Description

TITLE: Medical Technologist II – Microbiology (multiple openings)DUTIES: Perform various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operating procedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease. Uphold the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes. May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory. Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and calibrate equipment and instruments as required. Operate laboratory equipment and troubleshoot equipment and instrument malfunctions. May serve as key operator for implementation of new equipment and procedures.

LOCATION: Emory Healthcare, Inc., 1364 Clifton Rd. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30322

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Medical Technologist or related role where required experience gained

SPECIAL SKILLS: Also requires two (2) years of experience in the following:

• Certified by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), MT (AAB), generalist or categorical if applicable;
• Microbiology specimen processing (set-ups): stools, urines, tissues, body fluids, misc.;
• Gram stains;
• Wet Prep / KOH Prep;
• Plate Reading: Blood culture, Fungal culture, Wounds, Respiratory, Body fluid / CSF, Urine, Stool;
• Culture Workups: Positive Blood Culture or Anaerobic;
• AFB (Acid-fast bacillus): AFB specimen processing / AFB stain reading / AFB plate reading;
• Susceptibility testing;
• O & P (Ova and Parasite): O& P processing / O & P reading;
• Molecular Microbiology testing (PCR);
• Specialty Microbiology: Mycology / Parasitology;
• Maintaining quality, safety, or infection control standards;
• Appropriately utilizing, calibrating, configuring or troubleshoot laboratory instruments; and
• Maintaining accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment, and test results to comply with regulations.

CONTACT: Apply online at https://www.emoryhealthcare.org/careers/ or send resume to [e-mail] and reference job title and location.