Medical Technologist

About the role

The Medical Technologist position at the New Bolton Center supports the Pennsylvania Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System (PADLS) at Widener Hospital, local veterinary practices, and the Pennsylvania agricultural industries. This role involves providing diagnostic services in bacteriology, mycology, and serology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostic microbiology (aerobic and anaerobic bacterial cultures, fungal cultures, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, toxin testing, data entry and serological assays)
• Inventory control
• Process Quality Control of equipment, reagents, programs, test kits, media for daily, weekly and monthly QC programs, proficiency test coordination, audits for AAVLD certification and GLP requirements, new employee training
• Research and grant program/project coordination: Acquiring, testing, performance, follow-up, data processing, reporting
• New test and equipment validation and verification
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Manheim Field Office rotational coverage

Qualifications

• Research Specialist B: Bachelor of Science Degree and 2 to 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Research Specialist C: Bachelor of Science Degree and 3-5 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 7 -10 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort

• Occasional lifting 25-50 lbs
• Typically standing or walking
• Intermittently sitting/standing/stooping
• Using tools requiring high dexterity
• Requires extensive safety training
• Alternative work schedules
• Requires protective devices

Job Location

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.