Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Microbiology
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Lab Professional to join its team at Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland. This role works in a high-volume, production-based environment and performs an essential component of clinical laboratory science. The technologist evaluates specimens, performs routine and complex laboratory testing, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation, and reports accurate and timely results to support quality patient care. The schedule includes every other Saturday, with Saturday hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and 24 additional hours worked Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The role may require overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; alternatively, an MLS degree or qualifying non-traditional degree with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards may satisfy education requirements.
- At least 4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience, unless qualifying with an MLS degree.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
- Computer proficiency.
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
Nice To Haves
- ASCP or AMT certification.
Responsibilities
- Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
- Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with specimen processing when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Job Type
Full-time
