Senior Technical Assistant - Microbiology
Core
Performs moderately complex laboratory testing, specimen preparation, and instrument maintenance in a clinical microbiology and pathology setting.
Role type
Technical Assistant (Microbiology/Pathology)
Builds
Clinical test results and diagnostic support for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Specimen handling, CLIA moderate complexity testing, instrument troubleshooting, SOP adherence, pipette calibration, reagent preparation, frozen section cutting, FNA assistance, inventory management, data entry into LIS/NEDSS
Preferred skills
A.S. degree in health/medical assistant, CLIA 88 personnel certification
Technologies
Laboratory Information System (LIS), NEDSS
Responsibilities
Perform CLIA classified moderately complex laboratory testing and enter results into the Laboratory Information System; Recognize and correct instrument malfunctions within the scope of the operator's manual; Prepare and/or collect specimens (blood, urine, feces, or other body fluids) for analysis; Perform fine needle aspiration (FNA) assistance and complete frozen section cutting; Handle Forensic Toxicology specimens, data, and reports according to forensic testing guidelines; Provide clinical orientation and/or training of new employee/students.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
