Medical Laboratory Technologist II
About The Position
This position plays a lead technologist role in the virology laboratory. The primary purpose of this position is to conduct testing of viral agents and/or the diseases they may cause in mammalian and avian species. Duties include processing samples in accordance with standardized procedures for virus isolation and viral serological tests; assures quality control of reagents, test kits and in-house laboratory controls; monitors and maintains all laboratory equipment; prepares and maintains adequate amounts of reagents as needed; maintains inventory of stock of laboratory supplies; interacts with clients as needed to facilitate reporting of test results; computer data entry of test results and processing of paperwork for client distribution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory technology, chemistry or a biological science from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in a medical laboratory in the assigned area; or Associate’s degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of medical laboratory experience; or Completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of medical laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- General theoretical knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to virology, serology or immunology, or other related disciplines.
- Ability to use laboratory equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to make accurate observations and write reports of findings.
- Ability to lead team members.
Responsibilities
- Conduct testing of viral agents and/or the diseases they may cause in mammalian and avian species.
- Process samples in accordance with standardized procedures for virus isolation and viral serological tests.
- Assure quality control of reagents, test kits and in-house laboratory controls.
- Monitor and maintain all laboratory equipment.
- Prepare and maintain adequate amounts of reagents as needed.
- Maintain inventory of stock of laboratory supplies.
- Interact with clients as needed to facilitate reporting of test results.
- Perform computer data entry of test results.
- Process paperwork for client distribution.
Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
