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Microbiologist


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Indianapolis, IN | United States


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:PositionMicrobiologist (Ref: 15029)

:LocationIndianapolis, IN 46202 United States

:Duration4 Months 24 Days - Contract

:Openings2

:Deadline03/07/2024

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**Onsite

Seeking a Microbiologist who will be responsible for coordinating and performing the full range of microbiological examinations and analyses including culture, biochemical tests, EIA, serotyping, PCR, and WGS of clinical specimens for isolation and identification of enteric bacteria including but not limited to Salmonella, E.coli, Shigella, Vibrio, Listeria and Campylobacter. The incumbent will also be responsible for the documentation of all quality control and quality assurance activities according to CLIA regulations. In addition, this position may cross-train in other areas of the lab that may include molecular, microbiological, viral, serological, and other techniques to support routine testing and provide backup capacity. Will have in-depth knowledge and ability in the area of microbiology and molecular biology and is able to perform laboratory associated assays or the ability to learn these techniques upon successful completion of proficiency testing.

Representative duties include:

• 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 laboratory's 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 laboratory's quality control policies.
• Maintain an inventory of laboratory supplies and order as needed to ensure testing needs are met.
• Assist in preparations of epidemiological and/or statistical reports from data compiled on a daily, weekly, monthly, or annual basis.
• Maintain competency in all trained areas.
• Perform all related work as required.
•Testing personnel responsibilities (493.1495 Standard): The testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results.
(a) Each individual performs only those high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
(b) Each individual performing high complexity testing must—

(1) Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results;
(2) Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
(3) Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed;
(4) Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance;
(5) Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director;
(6) Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.

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