University of Rochesterposted 3 months ago
$33 - $43/Yr
Full-time
Rochester, NY
Educational Services
About the position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. This position is for a Technologist responsible for the timely and accurate analysis of patient samples, utilizing moderately to highly complex methods.
Responsibilities
- Set up and processing of samples for Microbiology testing.
- Testing of patient samples using gram stain, rapid EIA, and PCR technologies.
- Reading bacterial cultures and performing susceptibility testing.
- Sorting and organizing patient samples for testing and storage.
- Adherence to quality control and quality assurance protocols.
- Reporting results of testing via LIS/instrument interface, as well as manual data entry.
- Communicating results to patient care providers and answering telephone inquiries.
- Maintaining laboratory stock of kits/reagents.
- Performing daily/weekly/monthly preventative maintenance on lab equipment.
- Participating in proficiency testing and training of technologists.
Requirements
- NYS licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Nice-to-haves
- BS in Medical Technology with clinical laboratory experience
