Microbiologist

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $31.14/hour

In this role you will:

• Conduct examinations of samples and/or reference samples for analyses such as but not limited to, molecular detection or isolation and identification of microorganisms/toxins or their antigens/nucleic acids.
• Strictly follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens, isolates, and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods.
•Utilize molecular techniques such as, but not limited to, PCR, sequencing, MALDI-TOF, and WGS.
• Evaluate, interpret, and validate laboratory results and reports findings.
• Maintain laboratory record system of submitted samples and specimens and their possible referral.
• Conduct quality control checks on laboratory methods, materials, and equipment in strict adherence to the laboratory's quality control policies.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and order as needed to ensure testing needs are met.
• Assist in preparations of epidemiological and/or statistical reports from data compiled on a daily, weekly, monthly, or annual basis.
• Maintain competency in all trained areas.