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INTRANET POSTING
TITLE : Medical Technologist II – Microbiology (multiple openings)
Duties : Perform various laboratory tests and procedures while adhering to standard operatingprocedures on patient specimens to assist in the diagnosis, study and treatment, or prevention of disease. Uphold the values of the organization including providing and demonstrating exemplary customer service skills throughout the pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical processes. May perform tests including but not limited to standardized and semi-routine biological, chemical, hematological, immunological, immunohematological, microbiological, and serological tests in a research or clinical laboratory. Perform preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and calibrate equipment and instruments as required. Operate laboratory equipment and troubleshoot equipment and instrument malfunctions. May serve as key operator for implementation of new equipment and procedures.
SHIFT: This position is on a nightshift schedule.
SALARY: $41.28/year
LOCATION: Emory Healthcare, Inc., 1364 Clifton Rd. N.E., Atlanta, GA 30322
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Medical Technologist or related role where required experience gained
SPECIAL SKILLS: Also requires two (2) years of experience in the following:
Certification by one of the following accreditation agencies: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA), the American Association of Bioanalysts (ABB), or another agency approved by the GA Department of Community Health, generalist or categorical if applicable;
Microbiology specimen processing (set-ups): stools, urines, tissues, body fluids, misc.;
Gram stains;
Plate Reading: Blood culture, Wounds, Respiratory, Body fluid / CSF, Urine;
AFB (Acid-fast bacillus): AFB specimen processing / AFB stain reading / AFB plate reading;
Susceptibility testing;
Molecular Microbiology testing (PCR);
Maintaining quality, safety, or infection control standards;
Appropriately utilizing, calibrating, configuring or troubleshoot laboratory instruments; and
Maintaining accurate and complete documentation of patient information, equipment, and test results to comply with regulations.
BENEFITS: Comprehensive health benefits, Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs, Family-focused benefits, Wellness incentives, Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
CONTACT: Apply online at or send resume to careers@emoryhealthcare.org and reference job title and location.
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Division Emory Univ Hospital
Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta
Department EUH Lab Microbiology
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Job Number 168400
Job Category Laboratory
Schedule Other
Standard Hours 40 Hours
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