Microbiology Technologist - Microbiology Laboratory

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Microbiology Technologist to perform specimen processing and testing in the microbiology lab. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science and relevant certification or biological science with clinical lab experience. Responsibilities include conducting microbiological tests, ensuring quality control, and maintaining continuous improvement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science & MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in a biological science & MLS (ASCP) certification with at least 2 years of clinical lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing, test request entry, and verification.
• Conduct all clinical lab testing in Microbiology.
• Participate in quality control and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Effective communication

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

MLS (ASCP) certification

Bachelor's degree in a biological science

Job description

Overview

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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.

Required Qualifications

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

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