Veterinary Microbiology Lab Technician: Bacterial ID & Diagnostics

Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities Collects and organizes samples for testing, performs laboratory procedures, documents and communicates findings. Manipulation of various veterinary samples for the purpose of identification of bacterial or fungal organisms causing disease. Antibiotic susceptibility testing utilizing Sensititre ARIS system. Utilization of validated laboratory techniques and processes to identify bacterial organisms leading to diagnosis including use of MALDI-TOF. Utilizes sensitive laboratory equipment during the analytical process leading to diagnosis such as gram staining. Is adept at use of microscope, manipulation of samples, streaking of plates and other recognized microbiology techniques. Maintains inventory and orders consumables/supplies for the section. Documents diagnostic findings in BVC’s Laboratory Information Management System. Recognizes, documents and provides input to correct substandard quality. Assists in scheduling work activities. Maintains customer confidentiality. Strictly adheres to the Quality Management System and principles of quality. Other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr