Medical Microbiology Technologist II, MLT, ASCP

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Medical Microbiology Technologist II  to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a Medical Microbiology Technologist  II under the supervision of a principal investigator or laboratory manager. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting laboratory procedures and experiments for the phenotypic and genotypic characterization of MDRO, as well as performing microbial identification, antibiotic susceptibility, and more. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory, ensuring quality specimens for testing, and reporting clinical data accurately. This position requires strong teamwork, critical thinking, and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Microbiologist II: $65,000- $75,000

Pay commensurate with experience.

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided.  Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Medical Microbiology Technologist II Responsibilities Include: 

• Performs routine and specialized procedures, reviews, and approves clinical test results for use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients in accordance with established protocols for a laboratory performing high-complexity procedures as defined by the standards of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988.
• Ensures ongoing compliance, in the area of specialty, in regard to laboratory accreditation standards and resolves technical problems.
• Performs microbiological examinations on a variety of specimens using morphological, cultural, and biochemical identification of microorganisms. Processes specimens, prepares reagents, performs testing procedures; ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing reports, and interprets test results. 
• Performs other routine and specialized procedures in accordance as specified in the primary function, in a manner that assures an efficient workflow and a test turnaround time within the established limits designated in the department’s scope of service.
• Able to process microbial identification/antibiotic susceptibility tests on the three most widely used automated systems: Microscan, Phoenix ,Vitek 2XL, Bruker MALDI MS, and Vitek MS.
• Performs Proficiency testing and in continuing education to maintain licensure and remain updated on changes in the clinical laboratory field.
• Reviews the medical microbiology technologists I (same company) test results for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Assist medical microbiology technologist III in training new procedures to medical microbiology technologist I (same company).
• Perform work that requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, grasping and repetitive motion.  Lifting up to 50 pounds.  Occasional stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling climbing, and overhead lifting.
• Performs routine laboratory duties required for the smooth and safe operation of the laboratory such as shipping supplies to Military Treating Hospitals, receiving the supplies and specimens, properly disposing of hazardous biological and chemical waste, preparing reagents, maintaining an inventory of laboratory supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Assist in laboratory quality assurance procedures, data gathering and problem solving.
• Ensures that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly.
• Assist in shipment and receipt, the retrieval and preservation of MDRO cyros that are stored in the repository. Maintain an accurate inventory list of MDROs in the repository and correct paperwork where necessary and inform supervisor/manager of any discrepancies. Perform 100% inventory of the repository annually or as needed.
• Ensures the instrument maintenance and/or function checks are performed and documented accurately, according to procedure. Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and informs the Laboratory Supervisor of problems. Operates and maintains equipment necessary for the function of and provision of services by MRSN.
• Works with the Physician, the principal investigator or the laboratory manager/supervisor to analyze results and conduct more difficult, non-routine tests.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), templates and forms, (including, but not limited to, statistical programming plan SOP and template).
• Follows laboratory SOPs and specific written experimental protocols as well as oral instructions from the laboratory supervisor in performing assigned experimental work.
• Maintains records of laboratory results, quality control data, and laboratory procedures.
• Manages infectious specimens, hazar