Medical Lab Scientist 2- microbiology
About The Position
The Medical Lab Scientist 2 works in a newly built clinical microbiology laboratory that performs a broad range of microbiology testing, including mycology and acid-fast bacilli testing. Routine culture reading takes place across multiple shifts using the WASPLab automation system. The position performs routine and complex clinical microbiology testing on patient specimens to support the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. Work includes specimen processing, organism identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting of accurate results. The scientist collaborates with medical directors, laboratory team members, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care. The role also performs routine and complex clinical pathology testing and manages laboratory instruments and services. It is accountable for the accurate performance of test methodologies, recording results, and delivering results promptly. The scientist applies clinical knowledge to produce accurate results that support diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patients’ responses to treatment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Relevant work experience; experience level listed as less than one year.
- Tennessee Medical Laboratory Act license.
- Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), or Medical Technologist certification from American Medical Technologists (AMT).
Responsibilities
- Provide patient-focused care by accurately performing routine and complex tests across the pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic stages.
- Perform qualitative and quantitative analytical procedures, including reagent preparation and quality control, in accordance with protocols and with precision, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Perform clinical microbiology testing, including specimen processing, organism identification, and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
- Manage laboratory instruments and services and maintain accurate records of results.
- Apply knowledge of testing techniques, principles, instruments, and physiological conditions that may affect test results.
- Support quality assurance and regulatory compliance and report accurate results in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with medical directors, laboratory team members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
