Laboratory Technician Microbiology
Core
Perform sample preparation, run instrumentation for organism identification and sensitivity testing, and manage laboratory quality control and housekeeping.
Role type
Laboratory Technician (Microbiology)
Builds
Patient diagnostic results and public health surveillance data
Domain
Medical diagnostics / Clinical Microbiology
Required skills
Microbiology specimen preparation, Instrument operation, LIMS data entry, Quality control procedures, Reagent management, Laboratory safety compliance
Preferred skills
Experience in a Microbiology environment
Technologies
LIMS, Microbiology instrumentation
Responsibilities
Process and record data using LIMS, Perform routine specimen preparation and load/unload blood cultures, Manage reagents and consumable stock levels, Clean and disinfect work areas daily, Store samples and ensure proper waste disposal, Report results and refer isolates to external laboratories when necessary