Microbiologist

Position Summary

Under the guidance of the laboratory manager, the Microbiologist is responsible for conducting laboratory tests, implementing quality control procedures, and effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, and patients.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or a related field required.
• Must be board eligible by NCA or ASCP and complete board certification within one year of employment.
• One to three years of progressively responsible experience in microbiology.
• Certification as Medical Technologist (MT) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by the National Accrediting Agency (NCA) within one year of employment.
• Experience with clinical laboratory instrumentation and general laboratory functions.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to Medical Laboratory Assistants.

Immunization Requirements

Candidates must provide documentation for the following immunizations or titers:

• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Varicella
• Measles
• Mumps
• Rubella
• T-Dap
• Polio

Required Documentation

In order to be considered for this position, candidates are required to submit the following documentation:

• Physical Address
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Date of Birth
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Copy of Photo ID
• Copy of SSN card
• Professional license and/or Certification
• Copy of education or transcripts where required
• Background Check Results (national and criminal)
• 10-panel Drug Screen completed within the last 90 days
• Competency Testing Checklist
• OIG Report for all alias names
• SAM Report for all alias names
• National Sex Offender registry search for all alias names
• OHSA Report
• OFAC Report
• Fit Test or Physical
• Emergency Contact Information
• Three References

Additional Information

Please note that the following housing arrangements will apply:

• Private housing is not provided; all housing will be in shared units.
• No pets are allowed in housing.

Airfare will initially be the responsibility of the candidate or the recruiting agency and will be reimbursed upon arrival. It is essential that flight itinerary information is submitted at least one week in advance to ensure proper scheduling for New Employee Orientation and housing arrangements. New Employee Orientation takes place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only.