Microbiology Medical Technologist - Flexible Day Shift (PT)

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedules (Quality of L

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist to join the Microbiology department. The role involves processing specimens, performing organism identification and susceptibility testing, and ensuring accurate patient reporting.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, participating in QA programs, and supporting education initiatives. A BS in Clinical Laboratory Technology or equivalent with appropriate certifications is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Technology and satisfactory completion of a clinical laboratory rotation.
• Alternative: a baccalaureate degree with courses in biological science, chemistry, and mathematics plus NAACLS-accredited Medical Technologist program.
• Alternative: 16+ semester hours of biological science with microbiology, 16+ semester hours of chemistry, math, and one year of clinical laboratory experience under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen processing and microscopy procedures, including inoculation of media and examination of smears.
• Performs tests for detection/identification of infectious agents.
• Performs antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Maintains accurate patient reports and records.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and documents maintenance.
• Participates in quality assurance and improvement programs.
• Assists in training and competency evaluation of testing personnel.

Skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

English communication

Laboratory techniques

Education

Clinical Laboratory Technology degree

Biological science & chemistry degree

ASCP/AMT/NCA certification

Job description

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist to join the Microbiology department. The role involves processing specimens, performing organism identification and susceptibility testing, and ensuring accurate patient reporting.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, participating in QA programs, and supporting education initiatives. A BS in Clinical Laboratory Technology or equivalent with appropriate certifications is required.