Sr. Laboratory Technologist - Microbiology

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is seeking an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist specializing in Microbiology. This role offers a competitive salary with a generous sign-on bonus. You will be responsible for critical laboratory testing, operational management, and ensuring the highest standards of accreditation. Join a leading medical center dedicated to excellence and innovation in healthcare.

Benefits

Generous Sign-on Bonus

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification necessary.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant field, with Microbiology emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and interpret test results.
• Develop and maintain daily technical operations including staff training.
• Ensure accreditation readiness and implement instrumentation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Expertise in Microbiology

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Additional Job Description

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA is hiring an experienced Sr. Laboratory Scientist to work full days in Microbiology.

Generous Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000 for qualified candidates!

As a Sr. Laboratory Scientist, duties include performing laboratory testing and interpreting test results using scientific knowledge and principles of test procedures and disease processes; recommending contingency testing. You will be directly responsible for developing, maintaining, and managing daily technical operations, including staff training and education, implementation of instrumentation, and accreditation readiness.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Biology/Chemical Science

Certification/Licensure

• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience
• Microbiology experience required

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is a destination medical center in the mid-Atlantic region, and one of just five Level 1 trauma centers in Virginia. It is home to the Nightingale Regional Air Ambulance, the region’s first Magnet hospital, and has a nationally ranked heart program at Sentara Heart Hospital. Located on the Eastern Virginia Medical Campus, SNGH is a large 525-bed medical center serving as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). Our partnership with EVMS enables us to combine the latest innovations in technology, research, and clinical care to provide advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services. Our Urology program is nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report, ranking 40th in the nation, supported by EVMS residents. Sentara employees are committed to making our communities healthier and setting the standard for medical excellence within a vibrant, creative, and highly productive workplace.

Keywords: MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, MT, Medical Laboratory Technologist, CLS, Clinical Laboratory Specialist, Talroo-Allied Health, Laboratory Services, Microbiology.