Microbiologist, Acute

Lifepoint Health • Georgetown, KY

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About The Position

Centerpoint Health—Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a microbiologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Centerpoint Health—Georgetown places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Lab Services Required
• Licenses: ASCP certification or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment.
• Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.
• Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
• Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
• Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
• Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned.
• Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
• Collects biological specimens.
• Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
• Provides instruction to students and new employees with regard to procedures and departmental policies.
• Responsible for the processing and evaluation of microbiology cultures.
• Ability to differentiate normal flora and Pathogenic organisms.
• Perform test analysis including patient sample, culture work up, quality control, and trouble shooting.
• Responsible for preparing Infection Control reports.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking on site

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level