Microbiologist Antibiotic Resistance

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

This position is part of the Indiana Department of Health Laboratory Biological Preparedness Program and will have indepth knowledge and ability to perform laboratory associated assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful completion of proficiency testing. Representative duties include:

conducting examination of samples and/or reference samples for analyses such as but not limited to serological analysis or isolation and identification of microorganisms/toxins or their antigens/nucleic acids;

maintains laboratory record system of submitted samples & specimens and their possible referral;

evaluates interprets and validates laboratory results and reports findings;

develops and maintains specimen inventory storage systems;

conducts quality control checks on laboratory methods materials and equipment;

assists with preparation of epidemiological and/or statistical reports from data compiled on a daily weekly monthly or annual basis;

participates in evaluation of new products used in clinical/reference laboratory work;

performs related work as required;

Testing personnel responsibilities (493.1495 Standard)

The testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing test performance and for reporting test results.

(a) Each individual performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individuals education training or experience and technical abilities.

(b) Each individual performing high complexity testing must

(1) Follow the laboratorys procedures for specimen handling and

processing test analyses reporting and maintaining records of patient

test results;

(2) Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are

tested in the same manner as patient specimens;

(3) Adhere to the laboratorys quality control policies document all quality

control activities instrument and procedural calibrations and

maintenance performed;

(4) Follow the laboratorys established policies and procedures whenever

test systems are not within the laboratorys established acceptable levels

of performance;

(5) Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test

performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the

problems or immediately notify the general supervisor technical

supervisor clinical consultant or director;

(6) Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from

the laboratorys established performance specifications; and

(7) Except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section if qualified under

493.1489(b)(5) perform high complexity testing only under the onsite

direct supervision of a general supervisor qualified under 493.1461.

(c) Exception. For individuals qualified under 493.1489(b)(5) who were performing

high complexity testing on or before January 19 1993 the requirements of

paragraph (b)(7) of this section are not effective provided that all high complexity

testing performed by the individual in the absence of a general supervisor is

reviewed within 24 hours by a general supervisor qualified under 493.1461.

Job Requirements:

extensive knowledge of the principles theories and practices of microbiology and related sub specialties;

specialized knowledge of current scientific methods and testing procedures and the ability to apply them when seeking solutions to public health laboratory problems;

specialized knowledge of and ability to use a full range of standard technical equipment complex scientific apparatus and automated techniques of analysis;

extensive knowledge of laboratory safety practices and principles;

aware of state and federal laws rules regulations and policies concerning the program area (i.e. CLIA);

2 years of high complexity laboratory experience as testing personnel and the training required to provide oversight of the daily performance of high complexity testing in the specific area in which they work

ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain productive working relationships;

ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs;

ability to compile analyze evaluate and prepare laboratory reports