Pathology Lab Tech

Certified Group • Melville, NY

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About The Position

Certified Group is seeking a Pathology Lab Technician to prepare samples for analytical and microbiological testing of food products, ingredients, and environmental samples. The position applies approved microbiological techniques and methodologies and follows FSNS policies, procedures, and customer requirements. The schedule is Thursday through Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The listed pay range is $21–$23 USD; actual pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.

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 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.
• Perform 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 conditions, including equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records throughout procedures.
• 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, with encouraged participation in the Food Safety Net Services Team.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others working in the area.
• Complete required training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED