St Francis Medical Center

Microbiology Specialist

St Francis Medical Center$74K — $100K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license as a Microbiologist Specialist (if required by state).
  • 1 year microbiology experience or Microbiologist Specialist preferred.
  • Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution.
  • Clinical Lab experience in a hospital environment is preferred.
  • Experience with microbiology automation and Biomerieux equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Adhere to procedures for collecting, processing, analyzing, and reporting test results.
  • Follow quality control policies and document corrective actions for any test deviations.
  • Identify and address testing performance problems or notify supervisors promptly.
  • Perform microbiology procedures requiring independent judgment in high complexity testing.
  • Conduct routine testing in other departmental areas as needed and competency demonstrated.
  • Maintain and document proper maintenance of instruments and equipment regularly.
  • Review patient results for accuracy before release.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package allowing flexibility based on individual needs.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • 401K retirement plan for future financial security.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families.
  • Tuition reimbursement support for further education.
Full Job Description
Overview

  • Department: Specialty Lab
  • Schedule: Full Time Nights 10:30p-7a
  • Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
  • Location: Evanston, IL 60201


Responsibilities

Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, Bus. & Prof. Code Section 1204, and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual?s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must: 1) adhere to the laboratory?s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results, 2) follow the laboratory?s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory?s established performance specifications, 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director, 4) perform a wide variety of microbiology procedures requiring independent judgment in performing high complexity testing in both manual and automated methods, 5) perform testing procedures in other areas of the department for which licensed and competency demonstrated, 6) perform and document maintenance ? daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate, 7) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 8) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 9) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient'samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies, 10) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics, 11) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures, 12) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 13) may be assigned responsibility for the operation of the micro department during their shift, as Micro Tech in-charge if supervisor is unavailable, 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

1. Possession of a current and valid state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license or limited state ClinicalLaboratory Scientist license as a Microbiologist Specialist if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

2. CLS/MT generalist with 1-yr microbiology experience or Microbiologist Specialist preferred.

3. Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR [redacted])

Preferences Specific To This Position:
  • Clinical Lab experience in a hospital environment
  • Experience with microbiology automation
  • Biomerieux microbiology equipment experience
  • Comfortable working with high volumes of samples


Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $36.00 to $48.45. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

About St Francis Medical Center

St. Francis Medical Center is a for-profit hospital in Lynwood, California, United States, owned by Prime Healthcare Services.
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