Pathology Lab Tech

Certified Group•Melville, NY

2d•$21 - $23

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 role applies approved microbiological techniques and methodologies used in analytical testing, while maintaining laboratory conditions, equipment, supplies, quality assurance programs, and accurate records. The technician works to meet individual and team goals in accordance with FSNS policies and procedures and customer requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Broad knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures of a food testing laboratory.
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, such as taking incubator temperatures, inoculating control organisms, and running media controls.
Independently carry out 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.
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 participation in the Food Safety Net Services team.
Be responsible for personal safety and the safety of others in the work area.
Complete required training.