The position is responsible for delivering quality laboratory testing to OSUMC patients and clients as well as to the community
Job Summary
The position is responsible for delivering quality laboratory testing to OSUMC patients and clients as well as to the community.
Testing includes interpretation of smears and cultures, performing and interpreting identification and susceptibility tests, specialized testing in AFB, mycology, virology, parasitology and/or molecular methods as assigned.
This technician also participates in quality control, continuous quality improvement, inventory control, professional development, training, and continuing education within the area.
Matching Summary
The position is responsible for delivering quality laboratory testing to OSUMC patients and clients as well as to the community.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Specimen processing and testing
Smear and culture interpretation
Identification and susceptibility tests
Quality control participation
Inventory control management
Nice-to-have
Molecular methods experience
Continuous quality improvement
Professional development training
Effective verbal communication
Community client interaction
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science
MLS (ASCP) certification within one year of hire
Or Bachelor's in biological science with M (ASCP) and 2 years experience