Microbiology Lab Scientist — Pathogen ID & Diagnostics

Proforma Health; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Proforma Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) to perform routine and complex microbiology testing on patient specimens, supporting diagnosis and treatment. The role involves analyzing cultures, identifying pathogens, and delivering accurate results to guide clinical decisions.

The position emphasizes maintaining instruments, performing QC, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in microbiology workflows including culture processing and pathogen identification.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thorough documentation practices.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures and laboratory regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment and support patient-centered teamwork.
• Commitment to continuous learning through training and improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cultures and identify clinically relevant pathogens.
• Support clinical decision-making by delivering accurate laboratory results.
• Maintain laboratory instruments and perform required preventative and corrective activities.
• Perform and document quality control to ensure test accuracy and reliability.
• Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory, safety, and laboratory compliance standards.
• Collaborate with clinicians and the care team to address testing needs and communicate results.
• Contribute to process improvements and participate in ongoing training.

Skills

Culture processing

Pathogen identification

Quality control

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Job description

Proforma Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) to perform routine and complex microbiology testing on patient specimens, supporting diagnosis and treatment. The role involves analyzing cultures, identifying pathogens, and delivering accurate results to guide clinical decisions.

The position emphasizes maintaining instruments, performing QC, and ensuring compliance with safety standards in a fast-paced hospital environment.