Medical Technologist- Microbiology

Responsibilities

The Microbiology Medical Technologist Lead working under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Supervisor, performs and interprets microbiological cultures, stains and diagnostic assays on blood, body fluid and other clinical specimens submitted for testing. Assist the leadership staff with validations, regulatory compliance, quality control review, quality assurance activities, and maintenance monitoring. Serves as a subject matter expert in assigned laboratory section. Sets-up and performs a variety of routine and/or complex laboratory tests and procedures. Understands and carries out the specimens rejection policy to ensure specimen integrity. Performs technical review and interpretation. Reviews results for completeness, correctness and consistency within defined test system. evaluates test results/reactions and provides accurate interpretations. Other related duties as required.

Qualifications

NYS Medical Technoogist license required.

BS degree in Medical Technology or related science required.

Proficient in MS Office.

Strong writing skills

St. John’s Riverside Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.