Part Time Pathology Lab Tech

Certified Group • Springdale, AR

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About The Position

Certified Group is seeking a part-time Microbiology Technician to join its pathology team. The role prepares food product, ingredient, and environmental samples for analytical and microbiological testing and applies approved microbiological techniques and methodologies. Work is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Broad knowledge of the concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory.
• Ability to travel is preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Life Science or two years of laboratory experience.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for indicator organisms, pathogens, and chemistries.
• Apply aseptic techniques in daily work.
• Maintain media and reagents as needed for daily microbiological testing.
• Inventory and report expendable supplies and materials needed for testing.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, including daily cleaning, sanitizing, and trash disposal.
• Conduct quality-control monitoring, including taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
• Independently perform assigned processes, procedures, or techniques in accordance with FSNS policies and procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records.
• Perform activities in a neat, safe, hygienic, and efficient manner.
• Share information openly and promptly.
• Help manage priorities and schedules to achieve individual and team goals, participating in the Food Safety Net Services team.
• Promote the safety of oneself and others working in the area.
• Complete required training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED