Clinical Microbiologist - PRN

JOB SUMMARY

A Clinical Microbiologist performs routine and specialized clinical tests and specimen examinations to identify microorganisms within the microbiology department consistent with extent of training. The Clinical Microbiologist is responsible for performing analyses according to established procedures, verifying results, and reporting results to the patient location and/or physician. The Clinical Microbiologist may assist with additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by supervising technologists / technicians to include performing quality control and maintenance.

Job Specific:

• Demonstrates successful laboratory practice and methodologies (EF).
• Performs assigned instrumentation maintenance with no supervision (EF).
• Operates equipment, computers, and testing devices appropriately consulting leaders as needed (EF).
• Reports accurate analyses without supervision (EF).
• Recognizes instrument malfunctions and learns to troubleshoot effectively (EF).
• Verifies and consults with a second technologist when needed (EF).
• Participates in proficiency testing program (EF).
• Evaluates specimen integrity and uses reasoning skills to impact decision points (EF).
• Collects, accessions, processes, and distributes specimens to appropriate sections (EF).
• Monitors workflow through managing the tube system and incoming work (EF).
• Monitors inventory and restocks supplies (EF).
• Addresses staffing needs, in the absence of supervisory staff (EF).
• Provides direction to staff to ensure effective workflow, adherence to policies and TATs. (EF)
• Functions as a trainer for new employees.
• Assists Laboratory Leadership with regulatory compliance.
• Assists with procedure and work instruction review.
• Assists with scientific studies as directed by the Lead Technologist/Technician.

Hospital:
1. Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
2. Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital’s Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
3. Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
4. Performs within professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.