Clinical Laboratory Technician: Microbiology - Hicksville, United States - Acutis Diagnostics Inc
Description
Acutis Diagnostics is a growing clinical laboratory located in Hicksville, NY.We pride ourselves on providing expert, accurate and concise results as a product of our highly talented and passionate team of professionals.
We believe the team we build today will be the foundation of our future success.
The Clincial Laboratory Technician in the Microbiology Department performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations and other tests pursuant to established protocols including maintaining equipment and records and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance under the supervision of a clinical laboratory technologist.
The Microbiology Technician is responsible for all aspects of testing including:
- Processing of clinical specimens
- Performs routine testing, maintenance, and proficiency testing in accordance with current laboratory procedures.
- Reagent preparation
- Instrumentation and equipment maintenance
- Culture organisms
- Label media and organize workspace for isolation of colonies.
- Maintain competency in assigned technical protocols according to established operational procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace in accordance with good laboratory practices.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures including necessary equipment checks, performance testing, preventive maintenance, and quality controls.
- Assure instrumentation and equipment meet performance standards.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment related issues as they occur.
- Participate in the Proficiency Testing Program as assigned.
- Notify supervisor of discrepancies and records corrective action taken.
Education Requirements:
- Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, or related field, required.
Required Licensure:
- NYS Clinical Lab Technician Licence, Required
- ASCP Certification, preferred
Experience Requirements:
- 1+ years in pertinent laboratory experience, preferred.
Salary Range:
- $62,000 $67,000
Required Skills:
- Good oral communication
- Ability to read information quickly, interpret and retain it for later use
- Listens and gets clarification
- Strong technology skills
- Able to work in a teamoriented environment
Physical Requirements:
- Standing or sitting for an extended period
- Able to lift 25 lbs.
- Audible recognition of alarms
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