Microbiology Technologist

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform specimen processing and a full range of clinical microbiology testing. The role includes interpreting smears and cultures, performing identifications and susceptibilities, and applying molecular methods as assigned.

Conference and training participation is expected. Ideal candidates have a MLS/ASCP certification within one year of hire or an equivalent biology degree with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science with MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hire or equivalent.
• Alternative: Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science with ASCP certification within one year.
• Bachelor's degree in a biological science with ASCP certification and clinical microbiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle specimen processing, test request entry, and order verification in Microbiology.
• Perform identification and susceptibility testing, smear interpretation, and molecular methods as assigned.
• Support quality control, inventory control, and continuing education within the lab.

Skills

Clinical Microbiology experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

MLS (ASCP) certification within one year

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

SCOPE OF POSITION

The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories. Full-service testing includes bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, virology, parasitology, smear interpretation and molecular testing. The lab is staffed 24 hours per day, Sunday through Saturday. The position is responsible for delivering quality laboratory testing to OSUMC patients and clients as well as to the community. It requires effective verbal and written communication with staff and clients.

POSITION SUMMARY

The medical technologist performs specimen processing, test request entry, order entry verification and correction, and all clinical lab testing in Microbiology. Testing includes interpretation of smears and cultures, performing and interpreting identification and susceptibility tests, specialized testing in AFB, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or molecular methods as assigned. This technician also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education within the area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science & MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hire OR Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science & ASCP certification within 1 year of hire OR Bachelor's degree in a biological science & M (ASCP) certification and at least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience (Clinical Microbiology experience preferred)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science & MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hire OR Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science & ASCP certification within 1 year of hire OR Bachelor's degree in a biological science & M (ASCP) certification and at least 2 years of clinical laboratory experience (Clinical Microbiology experience preferred)

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.