MLT/MLS – Microbiology

Position Overview

Performs conventional, automated and molecular infectious disease testing methods. Performs procedures accurately and completely following established infection control practices and adhering to established standards and practices for quality assurance. Performs all testing accurately within assigned section using computer linked automated electronic equipment and/or manual methodologies. Performs routine procedures requiring subjective analysis and consults with the technical supervisors and pathologists regarding atypical results. Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that care givers receive timely patient information. Performs statistical analysis relevant to analytical methodologies in use. Records appropriate workload statistics on a timely basis. Instructs student technicians and staff members as required. Counsels, advises, instructs, and provides technical guidance to staff members and/or students as required. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care when performing phlebotomy or other direct patient services. Prepares blood samples and body fluids for analysis taking measures to ensure the appropriateness of sample and identity of the patient. Uses knowledge of quality control methods in determining the acceptability of results. Takes corrective action to identify causes and to correct problems. Performs procedures and minor repairs relevant to the routine operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in their assigned sections. Meets established TATs during routine and heavy workflow; using good judgment and prioritizes tasks at hand. Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in science related field or HEW certification as a medical technologist in lieu of BS degree. Completion of laboratory training program; ASCP certification preferred.
• Experience: Previous clinical laboratory employment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Familiarity with personal computers.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities.
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Squat/kneel/crawl.
• Continuous physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Talk or Hear.

Sensory Requirements

• Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks

• Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retail Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Spouse Voluntary Life
• Employee Voluntary Life
• Child Voluntary Life
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program