Microbiology Technologist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Microbiology laboratory operations
Specimen collection and processing
Bacteriology, mycology, virology testing
The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories, offering full-service testing including 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 including 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.
  • The position is responsible for delivering quality laboratory testing to OSUMC patients and clients as well as to the community, and requires effective verbal and written communication with staff and clients.

Matching Summary

The Microbiology laboratory encompasses specimen collection, processing and testing within the Department of Clinical Laboratories, offering full-service testing including bacteriology, mycology, mycobacteriology, virology, parasitology, smear interpretation and molecular testing.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microbiology laboratory operations
  • Specimen collection and processing
  • Bacteriology, mycology, virology testing
  • Molecular testing methods
  • Quality control procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Continuous quality improvement initiatives
  • Inventory control management
  • Training and 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

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Not specified

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