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Yale New Haven Health
Medical Lab Scientist I - Microbiology
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What they do
A Microbiologist studies microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and parasites. Collects samples and grows cultures; isolates and classifies microorganisms and studies their structure, growth and development; monitors the effect of microorganisms on other organisms and the environment.
$93,895 / year median in Connecticut
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Performs a wide range of clinical laboratory testing in an accurate and timely fashion by utilizing technical and problem-solving skills in conjunction with a thorough knowledge of clinical laboratory principles. Maintains effective communications and transfers testing and pending follow-ups between employees and shifts following all CHAMP and HRO standards. Maintains all Quality Control and Quality Assurance standards at all times. Maintains operational effectiveness and assumes full responsibility for continuing education requirements, licensure, and expertise to adapt as needed to an expanding department with increased testing complexity. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. Understands and adheres to Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. 2. Demonstrate knowledge and adhere to laboratory and hospital policies and procedures. 3. Demonstrates technical competency by performing a wide variety of laboratory techniques. These include moderate to highly complex tests. 4. Demonstrates sufficient knowledge and skills to independently operate instrumentation and/or assigned benches. 5. Operates all department equipment safely and according to manufacturer guidelines. 6. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots instruments failures. 7. Performs tasks that assist with overall operation of laboratory service according to laboratory policies and in compliance with regulatory guidelines. 8. May assist with training new employees. 9. Assist with specimen processing as needed. 10. Assist with inventory management/control. 11. Meet continuing education requirements. 12. Participates in activities that demonstrate professionalism, a commitment to competency and career growth. 13. Performs a variety of routine tests and procedures, performs instrument maintenance procedures, perform routine quality control procedures. 14. Performs other duties as assigned to assure efficient operations of department, including covering other lab sections. Qualifications