Microbiology Technologist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Clinical laboratory testing
Specimen processing
Interpretation of smears and cultures
The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories

Job Summary

  • The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories.
  • The medical technologist performs specimen processing, test request entry, order entry verification and correction, and all clinical lab testing in Microbiology.
  • This technician also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education within the area.

Matching Summary

The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • clinical laboratory testing
  • specimen processing
  • interpretation of smears and cultures
  • identification and susceptibility tests
  • molecular methods

Nice-to-have

  • effective verbal and written communication
  • continuous quality improvement
  • professional development
  • continuing education

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science
  • MLS (ASCP) certification within one year
  • Bachelor's degree in biological science
  • M (ASCP) certification
  • 2 years of clinical lab experience
  • Microbiology experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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