Medical Technologist Bacteriology

Pay Grade: K

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• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

The Division of Microbiology at the Georgia Public Health Laboratory (GPHL) is responsible for detecting identifying and reporting communicable diseases in the State of Georgia. The Division is responsible for maintaining expertise and capability in a wide variety of public health microbiology specialties. These include Mycobacteriology Reference Bacteriology Enteric Bacteriology Environmental Microbiology Mycology Parasitology Virology Sexually Transmitted Diseases Antimicrobial Resistance surveillance and Advanced Molecular Detection (AMD).

The GPHL is seeking a laboratory professional to join the Bacteriology unit in the Microbiology Department. The incumbent will serve as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist for Bacteriology. This position reports directly to the Associate Manager of Bacteriology.

The incumbent will perform a wide range of duties that include all aspects of specimen receipt processing and testing. The incumbent will also ensure the completeness accuracy and timeliness of reporting results and help with tracking the lab inventory. The candidate will collaborate with internal and external partners including laboratory colleagues in various departments the quality assurance team epidemiologists medical professionals local clinical labs and professionals at the CDC. To be considered for this position the individual must meet the qualifications for testing personnel in a high-complexity laboratory under CLIA.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (OVERALL TASKS AND EXPECTATIONS OF THE POSITION):
Essential job duties (Not all-inclusive):

1. Perform steps in the pre-analytical analytical and post-analytical phases of both diagnostic and surveillance testing on human clinical specimens.
2. Process stool cultures for enteric bacterial pathogens.
3. Perform specimen identification.
4. Perform wet lab activities for Whole genome sequencing (WGS) thereby supporting CDC programmatic activities such as PulseNet and ARLN (Antimicrobial resistance lab network).
5. Perform and document quality control and quality assurance in all areas.
6. Review and evaluate data before the release of results.
7. Utilize customer service skills when reporting verbal results to submitters.
8. Ensures compliance with local state and federal regulatory standards such as the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) OSHA and other federal and state regulations.
9. Assist in training new staff.
10. Adhere to policies and principles regarding the proper use and storage of laboratory reagents and supplies.
11. Adhere to policies and principles regarding the use maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
12. Complies with institutional biosafety and chemical hygiene plans and works safely with hazardous (physical/chemical/biological) materials within a laboratory facility.
13. Participate in required workplace training regarding the safety of the physical environment.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Associate degree in a related science area from an accredited college or university certification as a Medical Technologist MT (ASCP) and three (3) years of job-related science experience; or Associate degree and two (2) years of experience at the lower level Medical/Clinical Specialist 2 (LSP011) or equivalent position.

• Must meet Federal CLIA 88 personnel requirements for Testing Personnel in a high-complexity laboratory. of molecular biology techniques such as PCR.
• Knowledge of CLIA regulations.

• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• A collaborative team player with an open mindset who exhibits emotional intelligence.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with federal state and regional partners.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced team environment remain positive and poised under pressure and handle sensitive situations diplomatically and professionally.
• Exhibit professionalism honesty and integrity as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to foster an environment of inclusion where all employees are treated respectfully and are valued for their strengths.

The DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals.A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees diplomas licensures and other relevant credentials.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

Relocation assistance is not provided.

In the event of an identified emergency you may be required as a term and condition of DPH employment to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

ADA Statement

DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activities and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process email.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not receive an interview. DPH will contact selected applicants to proceed with the application process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

BENEFITS

Standard Benefits for Full-Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule training opportunities health insurance employee retirement plan (ERS GSEPS) deferred compensation 13 paid holidays vacation and sick leave paid parental leave dental vision long-term care and life insurance.

Standard Benefits for Part-Time Employees

Part-time employees are eligible to participate in the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan and receive paid parental leave.