Virology Medical Technologist

Georgia Department of Public Health (GA); Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking public health agency where you will play a crucial role in protecting lives and promoting health within the community. As a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, you will conduct vital testing for communicable diseases, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while working in a collaborative and dynamic environment. With opportunities for continuous learning and a culture of engagement, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in public health. Embrace workplace flexibility and contribute to the well-being of Georgia residents in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Wellness Activities

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/ASCP) required.
• Three years of relevant experience or equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily testing for STD, Flu Surveillance, and Rabies Detection.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and perform quality control.
• Assist in training new staff and manage diagnostic testing phases.

Skills

Technical Skills in Microbiology

Quality Control and Assurance

Regulatory Compliance (CLIA, OSHA)

Diagnostic Testing

Training and Mentoring

Education

Associate Degree in Related Science

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Molecular Testing Tools

Quality Control Software

Job description

Pay Grade: K

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Who we are

We protect lives.

The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer

As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, including:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning and development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, regardless of your role
• Feel Pride in Where You Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated colleagues

We are seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Clinical Laboratory Technologist to join the Division of Medical-Clinical Services at the Public Health Laboratory in Decatur, GA.

Division of Microbiology

The Division is responsible for detecting, identifying, and reporting communicable diseases within Georgia, maintaining expertise in microbiology specialties including Mycobacteriology, Enteric Bacteriology, Environmental Microbiology, Mycology, Parasitology, Virology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Antimicrobial Resistance surveillance, and Advanced Molecular Detection.

Position Overview

GPHL seeks a certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform daily testing within the Virology Unit for STD, Flu Surveillance, Rabies Detection, and Molecular testing for Respiratory Viruses, supporting outbreak investigations and surveillance activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical skills aligned with the goals of the Division of Clinical Microbiology.
• Conduct day-to-day testing on STD (CT/GC/Trichomonas NAAT), HIV Viral Load NAAT, Respiratory viral pathogen NAAT, Rabies testing, and Whole Genome Sequencing.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as CLIA, OSHA, and others.
• Perform and document quality control and assurance activities, interpret QC data, and recommend process improvements.
• Manage all phases of diagnostic and surveillance testing, review results for accuracy, interpret complex results, and troubleshoot instrumentation issues.
• Assist in training new staff and adhere to policies on reagents, supplies, and equipment maintenance.
• Determine equipment needs and compile validation results.
• Maintain compliance with confidentiality, biosafety, and chemical hygiene policies.
• Perform packing and shipping of infectious substances as per policies.
• Participate in safety training and perform other duties as assigned.
• This position requires vaccination against rabies.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in a related science, certification as a Medical Technologist (MT/ASCP), and three years of relevant experience, or equivalent qualifications as specified.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of clinical lab experience with MT certification, or
• Completion of specific academic/training pathways as detailed in the job posting.

Note: Academic transcripts are required. Upload all relevant transcripts with your application.

Additional Information

Employees are encouraged to participate in wellness activities, including physical activity breaks up to 30 minutes per day. Teleworking is permitted for approved employees residing in Georgia within reasonable distance of the worksite.

Applicants must pass pre-employment screening, including background checks and drug testing. Relocation assistance is not provided.

ADA Accommodations

If you require accommodations under the ADA, email your request to [e-mail] by the closing date.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Georgia Department of Public Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to high application volume, we cannot provide application status updates via phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered, but not all will be interviewed. The position may close early once a suitable applicant pool is identified.