Microbiologist Indiana

Microbiologist Indiana requires:

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);
Ability to meet requirements for personnel certification as a technologist pursuant to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA)
Ability to effectively communicate technical information both verbally and in writing and maintain productive working relationships;
Ability to satisfactorily participate in proficiency testing programs and recognize QA problems;
Ability to compile analyze evaluate and prepare laboratory reports.

DUTIES:

• Conducting examinations of samples and/or reference samples for analyses such as but not limited to molecular detection or isolation and identification of microorganisms/toxins or their antigens/nucleic acids.
• Strictly follow the laboratorys procedures for specimen handling and processing test analyses reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Extraction of nucleic acids from specimens isolates and samples via a variety of manual and automated methods;
• Utilize molecular techniques such as but not limited to PCR sequencing MALDI-TOF and WGS;
• Evaluate interpret and validate laboratory results and reports findings.
• Maintain laboratory record system of submitted samples and specimens and their possible referral.
• Conduct quality control checks on laboratory methods materials and equipment in strict adherence to the laboratorys quality control policies.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and order as needed to ensure testing needs are met.