Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Microbiology PRN
Core
Bench technologist processing patient specimens to identify microorganisms and perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Role type
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Microbiology
Builds
Diagnostic test results for patient care and infection control
Domain
Clinical Microbiology / Healthcare
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbial culture isolation, Gram staining, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing, Biochemical identification, Microscopy, Aseptic technique, Biosafety protocols, Electronic medical record documentation, Quality control procedures, Laboratory instrumentation operation
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Automated analyzers, Molecular methods, Laboratory information systems
Responsibilities
Process patient specimens (blood, urine, sputum, stool, wound cultures, body fluids), Perform microbial cultures to grow and isolate organisms, Identify microorganisms using biochemical tests, microscopy, and automated analyzers, Conduct Gram stains and differential staining procedures, Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing, Operate and maintain laboratory instruments, Review and verify test results for accuracy, Follow CLIA, CAP, and safety standards, Communicate critical results to clinical teams, Assist with outbreak investigations, Train students and new employees
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC
