Microbiology Technologist - Independent Testing & QA

HCA Healthcare; West Haven (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan (401k) with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee discounts

Job summary

HCA Healthcare's CRL – Mountain Division is seeking a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing under supervision. The role emphasizes accurate results and adherence to lab policies.

You will ensure timely testing, maintain equipment, and support quality control and accreditation requirements while collaborating with the team and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biomedical Science, Biology or Chemistry preferred.
• National Certification as a Microbiology Technologist required.
• State license where required (CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MT, NV, NY, ND, RI, WV).
• Thorough knowledge of laboratory methods with knowledge of microbiology, serology and infectious disease processes and correlation of disease states and results.
• General knowledge of laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance requirements.
• General knowledge of laboratory billing guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective teamwork.
• Effective and proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager or director.
• Assure that specimen processing and testing performed are timely and compliant with department policies and procedures, and accrediting agency requirements.
• Perform and practice preventive maintenance on equipment per department schedule.
• Apply concepts of laboratory medicine and utilize independent judgement and problem‑solving skills to ensure the accuracy of test results and proper equipment performance.
• Understand laboratory quality control and quality assurance management in accordance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to department policy with regards to quality control and quality assurance for laboratory testing and equipment performance.
• Act as a resource to peers and customers.
• Model teamwork.
• Assist in the orientation, training, and competency documentation of department personnel as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent judgement

Organization

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Technology/Biomedical Science/Biology/Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Biomedical Science/Biology/Chemistry (preferred)

Job description

HCA Healthcare's CRL – Mountain Division is seeking a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing, microbiology, serology and infectious disease testing under supervision. The role emphasizes accurate results and adherence to lab policies.

You will ensure timely testing, maintain equipment, and support quality control and accreditation requirements while collaborating with the team and mentoring staff.