Microbiology Technologist - Atrium Health Charlotte FT Nights
About The Position
This is a full-time, night shift position for a Microbiology Technologist at Atrium Health's Carolinas Medical Center - Core Lab: Microbiology. The role involves performing medium to high complexity Microbiology testing procedures with a high level of quality in accordance with established protocols in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, and molecular-based infectious disease Microbiology. Responsibilities include assuring specimen integrity, performing slide preparations and staining techniques, maintaining documentation, analyzing and recording patient test results, interpreting susceptibility patterns, performing Quality Control, and ensuring proper compliance and maintenance of respiratory PPE. The technologist will also participate in training, annual education, troubleshooting, verification and validation studies, and process improvement efforts. The position requires organizing daily functions to meet productivity guidelines and taking on independent projects.
Requirements
- MLS (ASCP) acceptable.
- B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline acceptable.
- B.A./B.S. in Biology, Chemistry or related scientific discipline candidates are required to obtain an MLS(ASCP) or M(ASCP) certification within one year of on-boarding.
Nice To Haves
- M(ASCP) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs medium to high complexity Microbiology testing procedures with a high level of quality in accordance with established protocols in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology and molecular-based infectious disease Microbiology.
- Assures integrity of specimens during all phases of testing.
- Performs various slide preparations and staining techniques.
- Maintains complete documentation/competency for all steps of processes as outlined in standard operating procedures and policies.
- Analyzes, interprets, and records patient test results into the electronic medical record with a high degree accuracy.
- Interprets complex susceptibility patterns to determine antibiotic resistance patterns and mechanisms as well as inconsistencies in drug-bug combinations.
- Performs Quality Control processes to establish acceptability of use for of microbiological materials following regulatory guidelines.
- Responsible for proper compliance and maintenance of respiratory PPE.
- Participates in the training of other technologists, students, resident physicians, pharmacy technicians and Infectious Disease nurses.
- Takes part in annual education pertaining to select microbiological agents and/or emerging pathogens.
- Troubleshoots assay, reagent, and instrument issues.
- Participates in verification and validation studies for process improvements, new equipment, and new technology transfer at the discretion of the operations and/or Technical Director.
- Reports any problems that might adversely affect patient care to leadership in a timely manner.
- Organizes daily functions to meet productivity guidelines.
- Takes on independent projects and tasks beyond routine bench work.
- Contributes to ongoing process improvement efforts.
- Update job knowledge, skills, and certification. Attend continuing education sessions.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
- Benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Sign-on Bonus eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
