Senior Microbiology Technologist - Day Shift, Sign-On Bonus

Prime Healthcare; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave and FMLA

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Microbiology Specialist II (Senior Microbiology Technologist) to lead advanced microbiology testing and support accurate diagnoses within a healthcare team.

The role requires a state license, 5+ years in microbiology, and prior supervisory experience, with responsibilities spanning testing oversight, reporting, QA, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or equivalent Microbiologist Specialist license as applicable by state CLIA requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of microbiology experience, including public health reporting requirements.
• Previous supervisory/management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee microbiological testing on patient specimens to detect and identify microorganisms.
• Utilize advanced techniques to culture, isolate, and identify bacteria, fungi, parasites, and other pathogens; assist with complex identifications.
• Analyze, verify, and report test results including antimicrobial susceptibility findings with timely reporting and follow-up on critical values.
• Support QA initiatives by monitoring QC data and assisting with validation of new procedures or equipment.
• Ensure accurate documentation in the LIS and maintain compliance with policies, regulations, safety, and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Microbiology testing

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Supervisory leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Prime Healthcare in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Microbiology Specialist II (Senior Microbiology Technologist) to lead advanced microbiology testing and support accurate diagnoses within a healthcare team.

The role requires a state license, 5+ years in microbiology, and prior supervisory experience, with responsibilities spanning testing oversight, reporting, QA, and regulatory compliance.