About the position
Medical Technologists in the Microbiology Laboratory at Deaconess Hospital participate in complex testing in the areas of bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology, urinalysis, body fluid analysis, and serology. Technologists cultivate, isolate, and identify pathogens, perform chemical and physical evaluation of fluids including sterile body fluids and urine, assist in the evaluation and implementation of new methodologies, and perform quality control, routine maintenance, and other duties as assigned. Technologists are expected to perform and interpret tests accurately and efficiently, record and communicate results appropriately, and follow established policies and procedures. Qualified applicants should have critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and possess the ability to recognize critical and/or abnormal results relating to Microbiology. Microbiology includes bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, parasitology, virology, urinalysis, body fluid analysis and serology testing. Sample receipt and processing is performed by microbiology support staff. Our dedicated Technologists use leading-edge technology, including MicroScan, IRIS, APTIMA and GeneXpert, to diagnose infection diseases. Microbiology is a full-service section during the day, with stat and limited testing available on other shifts.
Responsibilities
- Participate in complex testing in bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology, urinalysis, body fluid analysis, and serology.
- Cultivate, isolate, and identify pathogens.
- Perform chemical and physical evaluation of fluids including sterile body fluids and urine.
- Assist in the evaluation and implementation of new methodologies.
- Perform quality control and routine maintenance.
- Record and communicate test results appropriately.
- Follow established policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Must be certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician or be eligible for certification at the time of employment.
- Proof of education will be required.
- Experience in a clinical Microbiology laboratory is strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedules to fit your life - Full time/part time/supplemental - Day/Eve/Nights - Weekend option
- On-site day care access (Infant through Pre-K)
- Tuition and relocation reimbursement
- Referral bonuses
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
- Free access to fitness centers
- Career advancement opportunities
