Microbiology, Bench Technologist, All Shifts

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

A well-known prestigious hospital with locations all across the northern portion of Florida is currently looking for a Microbiology Medical Technologist for their large and high volume operation. This is a rotating weekend position. All shifts are available.

Salary Range: $55,000-80,000

Job Summary:

Conduct examinations on specimens collected from patients and animals for bacterial, viral, protozoan and fungal infections.

Skill Requirements:

Computer skills

Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment

Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens

Follow instructions and procedures very carefully

Critical thinking skills to recognize problems and develop solutions or alternative approaches

Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Good interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills

Responsibilities:

Plan and conduct complex research projects, such as improving sterilization procedures or developing new drugs to combat infectious diseases

Perform laboratory experiments that are used in the diagnosis and treatment of illnesses

Supervise the work of biological technicians and other workers and evaluate the accuracy of their results

Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms for study

Identify and classify microorganisms found in specimens collected from humans, plants, animals, or the environment

Monitor the effect of microorganisms on plants, animals, other microorganisms, or the environment

Review literature and the findings of other researchers and attend conferences

Prepare technical reports, publish research papers, and make recommendations based on their research findings

Present research findings to scientists, non-scientist executives, engineers, other colleagues, and the public

Education, Certification, & Experience:

Bachelors degree with a major in biology, microbiology or another biological or physical science

Certification as a medical technologist (MT, MLS) though ASCP preferred

Three (3) years of experience

Florida license

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND

Full-time