PRN Microbiologist Laboratory-Every 3rd Weekend

Shepherd Center•Atlanta, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Microbiologist performs analytical procedures to execute, interpret or analyze, especially those test results that are abnormal or atypical. The Microbiologist supports all clinical departments throughout the Center in a hands-on role. The Microbiologist is responsible for a variety of duties for support of the Clinical Laboratory.

Requirements

Associate degree in Medical Technology or related field
ASCP or AMT certification
3-5 years of related experience required.
Sound critical thinking skills and clinical expertise.
Must have a strong grasp of evaluating clinical specimens for appropriateness of testing.
Must be able to isolate, identify and perform sensitivities on pathogens recovered from clinical specimens
Basic computer skills
Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.
Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

Nice To Haves

Organizational ability, and evidence of strong decision making

Responsibilities

Performs “bench” testing and Proficiency Testing in Microbiology.
Performs maintenance and troubleshooting on all equipment and instrumentation in the Micro Lab.
Maintains appropriate levels of supplies at the bench.
Communicates clearly to customers, other departments, and fellow laboratory employees in all aspects of the Micro Lab functions.
Processes specimens and reports results using appropriate tools and procedures in order to provide timely and accurate test results.
Maintains all operations of the laboratory in the absence of the Laboratory Manager.
With the assistance of laboratory leadership, adequately trains technologists to perform microbiological testing independently according to their role in the laboratory (i.e. technologist generalist or microbiologist).
Attains minimum of 8 contact hours of continuing education pertaining to Microbiology annually.
Examines specimens for adequacy and appropriateness of ordered test with respect to specimen source; takes appropriate remedial action for wrong test/source combinations.
Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.