Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiologist
Core
Performs routine and complex technical laboratory analyses including chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Role type
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiologist)
Builds
Diagnostic test results for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Microbiology, Bacteriology, Virology, Parasitology, Mycology, Specimen handling, Microscopy, Culture isolation, Antimicrobial susceptibility testing, Quality control, Instrument operation and maintenance, Preventive maintenance, Hazardous material handling, Troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Evaluating new testing methods, Proficiency testing participation
Responsibilities
Identify and isolate infectious disease-causing organisms, Perform full range of laboratory tests from simple blood tests to complex analyses, Examine specimens for bacterial, viral, protozoan, and fungal infections, Isolate and make cultures of microorganisms, Receive and analyze laboratory specimens and report results, Interpret test reports and communicate findings to physicians, Operate complex electronic equipment, computers, and precision instruments, Perform and evaluate quality control procedures, Maintain accuracy of equipment and reagents, Assist providers in choosing appropriate lab tests, Escalate unusual, critical, or abnormal results
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC