Medical Lab Scientist II

TITLE: Medical Technologist II, Microbiology (multiple openings) DUTIES: Perform various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operating procedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease. Uphold the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes. May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory. Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and calibrate equipment and instruments as required. Operate laboratory equipment and troubleshoot equipment and instrument malfunctions. May serve as key operator for implementation of new equipment and procedures.

LOCATION: Emory Healthcare, Inc., 1364 Clifton Rd. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30322

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Medical Technologist or related role where required experience gained.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Also requires two (2) years of experience in the following:

• Certified by one of the following accreditation agencies: MT (ASCP), MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HHS or HEW), MT (AAB), generalist or categorical if applicable;
• Microbiology specimen processing (set-ups): stools, urines, tissues, body fluids, misc.;
• Gram stains;
• Wet Prep / KOH Prep;
• Plate Reading: Blood culture, Fungal culture, Wounds, Respiratory, Body fluid / CSF, Urine, Stool;
• Culture Workups: Positive Blood Culture or Anaerobic;
• Susceptibility testing;
• O & P (Ova and Parasite): O & P processing / O & P reading;
• Specialty Microbiology: Mycology / Parasitology;
• Maintaining quality, safety, or infection control standards;
• Appropriately utilizing, calibrating, configuring or troubleshoot laboratory instruments; and
• Maintaining accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment, and test results to comply with regulations.

BENEFITS: Comprehensive health benefits, Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs, Family-focused benefits, Wellness incentives, Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs

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