Microbiologist​/MLT, Microbiologist

Location

MA-Brockton, MA 2 Jonathan Dr Brockton, MA 02301, USA

Part Time Shift: Weekends, rotating

Hourly Pay Range: $25.00-$30.00 (Based on experience)

Performs lab testing and associated activities within the Microbiology section, including Serology, Virology and Parasitology.

• Reviews the daily specimen management report.
• Troubleshoots and maintains the LIS and instruments interface and software.
• Resolves client problems as needed.
• Performs and records all quality assurance systems required to maintain precision and accuracy, including proficiency testing.
• Performs other tasks and procedures in Microbiology as required which are commensurate with education, training and experience.
• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.
• Records lot numbers and ensures compliance with State requirements for documentation of lot numbers with quality control and specimen records.
• Performs all clerical functions associated with the department.
• Reads bacterial and viral cultures; performs biochemical identification procedures as necessary and records MIC results.
• Follows all safety protocols as outlined in the safety manual.
• Identifies and pursues self‑improvement needs.
• Seeks coaching/mentoring when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Participates in required orientation, Compliance and HIPAA training programs.
• Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
• Participates, as requested, in process improvement responsibilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and organizational skills.
• Exercises accuracy and precision in completion of prescribed tasks and treatments.

• Bachelor’s degree or MT (ASCP or equivalent preferred);
  Associates degree with MLT
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the area of Microbiology.
• Some computer experience required.

• Must qualify as a clinical laboratory technologist under CLIA regulations.

Trident Care offers a competitive wage and robust benefit package to full time employees
. Part time employees are eligible for many of the same benefits, pro‑rated. Benefits include:

• Two weeks of vacation time
• Sick time
• 8 paid holidays
• Medical insurance allowance, giving you the freedom to customize your plan to fit your needs
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)

• Computer Skills (Advanced)
• Detail Oriented:
  Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group
• Associates or better in Microbiology or related field.
• Bachelors or better in Microbiology.
• ASCP certification.

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