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    Laboratory Technician - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

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    Position Information

    Classification Title Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

    Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

    Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

    Individual in this position will assist in veterinary diagnostic microbiology work.

    Specific duties include general laboratory maintenance, processing a wide variety of animal specimens for bacterial and fungal culture, DNA extraction, PCR, meticulous record keeping, data entry.

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies


    • Knowledge of aseptic (sterile) techniques.
    • Knowledge and skills in the culture and identification of bacterial, fungal isolates.
    • Ability to accurately observe/interpret test results and report them using laboratory information software.
    • Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
    • Ability to manage time well and carefully follow both written and verbal instructions.
    Physical Demands


    • Excellent manual dexterity.
    • Lift with assistance up to 50lbs, and unassisted up to 30lbs.
    • See details and colors to correctly interpret laboratory results.
    • Normal laboratory environment including exposure to chemicals and odors.
    • Stand for extended periods of time.
    Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

    Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

    Background Investigation Policy


    Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

    You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

    Duties/Responsibilities

    Duties/Responsibilities


    • Perform test procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral and fungal diseases of animals.
    • Evaluate submission forms to determine the appropriate tests for each specimen. Includes Bacteriology, Mycology, and Molecular; Call clinics to clarify ambiguous test requests.
    • Set up the specimen on the appropriate test media and incubate at appropriate temperature and atmosphere.
    • Prepare and examine cytospin gram stains.
    • Perform bacterial isolation, identification and susceptibility testing
    • Enter preliminary and final results into Vetview.
    Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities

    General laboratory Maintenance


    Task group 1:

    • Autoclave biohazard waste
    • Wash glassware and plasticware as needed.
    • Rotate sample and tissue storage on a weekly and monthly basis
    • Prepare Fresh disinfectant solution for all workstations weekly.
    • Clean Biosafety Cabinets room 141 and 139- weekly
    • Clean anaerobic containers monthly
    • Rotate filed paperwork and package for shredding monthly

    Task group 2:

    • Maintain QC organisms- Weekly/ Monthly
    • Maintain MS E. coli - Daily/Weekly
    • Gram stain QC- Weekly
    • Vitek 2 maintanance- Monthly
    • Kirby Bauer QC- weekly
    • Media QC as needed
    • Prepare media as needed
    • Prepare Salmonella serotype shipment for NVSL- Monthly

    Task group 3:

    • Check CO2- Daily change tank as needed
    • Aerospray TB maintenance- Daily/ Weekly
    • Previcolor maintenance- Daily/ Weekly Form
    • Check Bactec- Daily Form
    • Change MS Dessicant- Weekly
    • Inspect eyewashes- Weekly
    • Monitor Waste containers and order pick-up as needed.
    Percentage of time 20

    Contact Information

    Recruitment Contact

    Contact Details

    For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

    Recruitment Contact Name Amy McKinney Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents


    • Resume/CV
    Optional Documents


    • Cover Letter
    Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ).

    The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.


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