Clinical Microbiologist
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Job Description
Clinical Microbiologist
About DiagnosTechs:
Located in Federal Way, Washington and founded in 1987, DiagnosTechs is a pioneer and leader in saliva-based and other noninvasive testing. Our top goals are to improve patient health, provide high-quality lab testing, using noninvasive collection procedures, minimizing trauma to the patient. Saliva testing is a particularly powerful tool for evaluating stress, hormone-related disease and health conditions, especially over time. Our high-caliber employees and cutting-edge technologies have enabled us to continue to expand and improve our in-home testing repertoire. Our commitment to assisting healthcare professionals with the health and wellness of their patients is unsurpassed, with over 1.2 million specimens tested per year.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager, this position will be responsible for the daily operations of a busy clinical and research microbiology department.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
Oversee routine test performance, including specimen preparation, processing and testing
.Responsible for Microscopy (O & P)
Monitor the recording and reporting of test results
Maintain a quality control program and acceptable levels of analytic performance appropriate for the laboratory tests performed, and ensure performance is maintained throughout the entire testing process
Resolve technical issues and ensure that the correct remedial actions are taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory s established performance specifications
Ensure that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been completed and the test system is functioning properly
Perform verification of test procedures, as directed
Review intermediate test results or worksheets, quality control records, proficiency testing results and preventive maintenance records
Perform and document instrument maintenance and function checks
Assess test performance through testing of internally blinded samples and samples received for external proficiency testing
Monitor preparations for laboratory surveys/inspections by WA DOH, Joint Commission, etc.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Demonstrate professional demeanor and portray company core values to healthcare providers and coworkers
Exhibit strong personal management skills, including time management, planning, organizing and delivery of results
Maintain composure in stressful situations
Communicate effectively in person and over the phone
Demonstrate skill in reviewing, compiling and reporting information that is accurate and complete
Be patient, friendly, and outgoing
Minimum education & experience:
Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology or closely related field
M(ASCP) certification or equivalent.
5- 10 years of handling high complexity testing within the specialty of Microbiology including the subspecialties of Bacteriology and Mycology.
Benefits:
Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage as well as a participation in the company sponsored life insurance, 401K and flexible spending accounts, as well as paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave.
DiagnosTechs is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. DiagnosTechs prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. DiagnosTechs conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
