Microbiologist I - Tarrant County, TX, United States - Tarrant County, TX

Tarrant County, TX
Tarrant County, TX
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Tarrant County, TX, United States

1 week ago

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Description

Summary:

Provide various laboratory testing services for all customers of the Tarrant County Public Health clinical laboratories. This section focuses on diagnostic testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Areas of testing include HIV/Syphilis serology, general immunology, and STI molecular assays.

Posting may close at any time.


BENEFITS

_Tarrant County employees enjoy superior health, retirement, and insurance benefits &_

_13 County Holidays_

_For more information, please click on the link below:_

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Performs laboratory analysis of water, food, milk and dairy products, environmental, and clinical specimens as assigned and in accordance with all internal and regulatory procedures. Calculates the results of tests performed.
  • Conducts quality control and preventative maintenance procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and samples. Evaluates results of these procedures, implements corrective action when indicated, and maintains appropriate documentation for all regulatory requirements.
  • Reviews laboratory testing results for accuracy, precision, and panic values/regulatory violations.
  • Reports laboratory results to submitters and regulatory agencies electronically (i.e. computer or fax), in writing, and/or orally and maintains appropriate documentation for all regulatory requirements.
  • Completes a monthly statement of individual test workload and submitter information.
  • Maintains a sufficient inventory of supplies needed for test workload. Includes anticipating supply needs and ordering supplies in a timely manner.
  • Provides test results and information as needed to all customers (i.e. clients, clinics, regulatory agencies) that includes direct customer contact, telephone inquiries, and fax communications.
  • Participates in proficiency testing and onsite inspections mandated by all regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in the evaluation and validation of new test methods.
  • Prepares SOPs and forms per regulatory requirements and updates these as needed.
  • Provides training as needed on new procedures or for new personnel.
  • Assists other sections of the lab as needed.
  • Participates in continuing education.
  • Responds as needed in the event of a bioterrorism event or any public health threat.
  • Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the TCPH as assigned or required.

Minimum Requirements:





NOTE:

YOU MUST FILL OUT THE WORK HISTORY and EDUCATION SECTIONS OF APPLICATION TO SHOW YOU HAVE YEARS OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION AS REQUIRED BY HIRING DEPARTMENT OR BE DISQUALIFIED.


TO APPLY, must have a
Bachelor's degree or higher in a field of science with a minimum of thirty (30) hours in microbiology and biology +
Three (3) full-time years of work experience in a laboratory science
OR
TO APPLY, must have an
Associate's Degree in an Applied Science with a minimum of twenty (20) hours of biological science +
Five (5) full-time years of work experience in a laboratory science
TO APPLY, must possess a
Class "C" driver's license with
proof of liability insurance

Note:

_A Texas driver license is required to hold the position._

The following certifications are desirable
:
MT, MLT, or ASCP certified or equivalent (i.e. NCA, ISCLT)


Familiarity with procedures in microbiology, immunology, parasitology, molecular biology, virology, and chemistry is desirable as well as knowledge of good laboratory practices, quality control, and quality assurance.

Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work with peers in a team environment.

  • If hired, must provide proof of educational attainment
- at New Hire Processing or during the promotional process.

  • Tarrant County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually._

Physical Demands and Work Environment & Other Requirements:

While performing the duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to forty (40) pounds.

The work environment will include possible exposure to bioterrorism agents, select agents, infectious agents, blood, bodily fluids, corrosive chemicals, organic solvents, needles, open flames, and steam.

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