Microbiology Technologist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Microbiology laboratory testing
Specimen processing and testing
Quality control and improvement
The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories, offering full-service testing in bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, virology, parasitology, smear interpretation and molecular testing

Job Summary

  • The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories, offering full-service testing in bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, virology, parasitology, smear interpretation and molecular testing.
  • The medical technologist performs specimen processing, test request entry, order entry verification and correction, and all clinical lab testing in Microbiology, including interpretation of smears and cultures, and identification and susceptibility tests.
  • This position 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, offering full-service testing in bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, virology, parasitology, smear interpretation and molecular testing.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microbiology laboratory testing
  • Specimen processing and testing
  • Quality control and improvement
  • Inventory control and professional development

Nice-to-have

  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Continuous quality improvement participation
  • Continuing education within the area

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 clinical lab experience

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