Microbiology Lab Tech • Day Shift Specialist

Urology-of-Virginia-1

Virginia Beach (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Urology of Virginia in Virginia Beach seeks an experienced Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist to join a large specialty group's Clinical Lab. This 40-hour week role features day shifts, with rotating weekend hours in microbiology for those fully independent in microbiology.

The position requires performing microbiology tests, QA/QC procedures, proficiency testing, LIS/EMR duties (Orchard LIS, Epic EMR), documentation, specimen processing, cross-training, and equipment maintenance, all in

Qualifications

Minimum of an accredited MLT program with 3 years of clinical lab experience, microbiology preferred.
ASCP/Board certification (board eligible considered).
Experience with microbiology testing, quality control, and proficiency testing.

Responsibilities

Perform microbiology tests for urine cultures using manual and automated methods per CLSI standards.
Execute quality control procedures and troubleshoot outliers.
Participate in proficiency testing across applicable lab tests.
Crosstrain to other lab areas as needed.
Maintain documentation in QA programs, including equipment records and logs.
Utilize Orchard LIS and Epic EMR for reporting and communication.
Manage patient lab results and provide timely final reports to providers.
Support specimen collection guidelines and training for staff.
Accession and process specimens; assist with validations and references lab issues.
Maintain lab equipment and monitor supplies; comply with CLIA and OSHA.