Medical Lab Tech: Microbiology

Description

Company Overview

Urology of Virginia has a long history of providing comprehensive, high-quality urological care throughout Hampton Roads and northeastern North Carolina. Our clinical team includes certified urologists, many of whom are fellowship-trained, nationally recognized, published, and leaders in their field.

At Urology of Virginia, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our core values of People First, Be Accountable, Pursue Excellence, Communicate Well, and We Before Me, we are committed to creating an exceptional workplace and delivering outstanding patient care.

Job Overview

Experienced Medical Lab Technician, Medical Laboratory Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist to work in a large specialty group’s Clinical Lab. This position consists of day shift hours, Monday – Friday, to include flexible weekend hours for microbiology (rotating) for those fully independent in microbiology. This position is 40 hours per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary:

• Perform microbiology tests for urine cultures, utilizing both manual and automated methods, as appropriate by CLSI standards. Successful candidate must meet CLIA high complexity testing personnel requirements
• Perform quality control procedures as outlined by lab procedures, with troubleshooting and resolution of outliers, as needed
• Participate in the performance of proficiency testing on all applicable lab tests
• Crosstrain to other areas of the laboratory as deemed appropriate and necessary.
• Maintain proper documentation as described in the quality assurance program, to include equipment records, maintenance logs, e-worksheets, specimen rejection documentation and quality control logs
• Utilize and maintain specimen logs, worksheets, and laboratory reports in Orchard lab information system (LIS)
• Manage patient lab results, providing accurate final reports to the ordering provider in a timely manner
• Provide lab support to medical staff as needed, regarding specimen collection requirements, testing procedures, training, and other issues as needed
• Accession and process lab specimens as outlined in lab procedures
• Use Epic EMR for communication with providers and staff regarding lab results, specimen rejection, provider orders, etc.
• Assist with other projects as directed by the lab supervisor, including but not limited to: validations, special reports, and reference (send-out) lab issues
• Maintain all laboratory equipment with appropriate documentation.
• Stock and monitor usage of laboratory supplies and reagents; to ensure adequate inventory of laboratory supplies is maintained
• Perform all duties according to current CLIA and OSHA regulations

Requirements

Required License/Experience/Skills

• Minimum of Associate in Applied Science, Medical Laboratory Technician program from an accredited institution w/ 3 years relevant clinical laboratory experience, Microbiology preferred
• Medical Laboratory Technician ASCP/Board certified (board eligible considered)

Preferred License/Experience/Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology/Clinical Laboratory Scientist from an accredited institution w/ 2 years relevant clinical laboratory experience, Microbiology preferred
• Medical Laboratory Technology/Clinical Laboratory Scientist ASCP/Board certified (board eligible considered)

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay $27.00 - $35.00
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with Profit Sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and healthcare expertise

Equal employment opportunity for all is a very important philosophy for our practice. We will evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, non-disqualifying disability, history of military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, assignments, promotions, reassignments or transfers, disciplinary matters, establishment of rates of pay or other compensation, and selection for training programs.