Microbiology Technologist

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plan and matching

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Core Lab: Microbiology in Charlotte, NC is seeking a qualified MLS/ASCP-certified microbiologist for full-time, 2nd shift work. Responsibilities include high-complexity testing across bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular diagnostics; specimen integrity; documentation; and training staff.

On-site role with rotating weekends/holidays and substantial benefits. Requires MLS/ASCP certification (or within one year of onboarding) and a

Qualifications

• MLS/ASCP certification is required or must be obtained within one year of on-boarding.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science acceptable.
• Experience with quality control and documentation in a clinical microbiology lab.
• Ability to train technologists and other staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs medium to high complexity microbiology testing procedures per protocols in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, and molecular testing.
• Maintains specimen integrity during all phases of testing and records results accurately in the EMR.
• Performs slide preparations, staining, and quality control; ensures compliance with PPE and safety rules.
• Interprets susceptibility patterns to determine resistance and contributes to validation studies.
• Trains technologists, students, residents, and nursing staff; participates in education on pathogens.
• Troubleshoots assay, reagent, and instrument issues and participates in process improvements.

Skills

Quality control

Documentation

Specimen handling

Training others

Education

MLS (ASCP) acceptable

M(ASCP) preferred

B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry or related science acceptable

MLS/ASCP certification within 1 year of onboarding required

Job description

Department:

60983 Carolinas Medical Center - Core Lab: Microbiology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou** rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

2nd shift: 1530-0000, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Pay Range:

$30.70 - $46.05

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs medium to high complexity Microbiology testing procedures with a high level of quality in accordance with established protocols in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular-based infectious disease Microbiology.

• Assures integrity of specimens during all phases of testing.

• Performs various slide preparations and staining techniques.

• Maintains complete documentation/competency for all steps of processes as outlined in standard operating procedures and policies.

• Analyzes, interprets, and records patient test results into the electronic medical record with a high degree accuracy.

• Interprets complex susceptibility patterns to determine antibiotic resistance patterns and mechanisms as well as inconsistencies in drug-bug combinations.

• Performs Quality Control processes to establish acceptability of use for of microbiological materials following regulatory guidelines.

• Responsible for proper compliance and maintenance of respiratory PPE.

• Participates in the training of other technologists, students, resident physicians, pharmacy technicians and Infectious Disease nurses.

• Takes part in annual education pertaining to select microbiological agents and/or emerging pathogens.

• Troubleshoots assay, reagent, and instrument issues.

• Participates in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment, and new technology transfer at the discretion of the operations and/or Technical Director.

• Reports any problems that might adversely affect patient care to leadership in a timely manner.

• Organizes daily functions to meet productivity guidelines.

• Takes on independent projects and tasks beyond routine bench work.

• Contributes to ongoing process improvement efforts.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Update job knowledge, skills, and certification. Attend continuing education sessions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in a busy environment around physicians, technologists, and other hospital employees. Works in an area, which contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. May be required to stoop, reach, and lift light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE:

MLS (ASCP) acceptable. M(ASCP) preferred. B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline acceptable. B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry or related scientific discipline candidates are required to obtain an MLS(ASCP) or M(ASCP) certification within one year of on-boarding.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.