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Clinical Lab Scientist - Microbiology Lab

Woodland Park, NJ, US💼 Full-time💰 $65,707–$65,707🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-29

Core

Perform microbiology testing on patient specimens including culture, gram stains, serology, and sensitivity testing to support patient care.

Role type

Clinical Lab Scientist (Microbiology)

Builds

Microbiology test results and reports for patient specimens

Domain

Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory

Required skills

Microbiology testing, culture incubation, gram stain reading, serological testing, ID and sensitivity testing, manual Kirby Bauer testing, quality control procedures, LIS usage, instrument maintenance, regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA/OSHA)

Preferred skills

ASCP certification, 2-4 years microbiology experience, QA principles knowledge, medical laboratory instruments experience, laboratory computer information system experience

Technologies

Vitek MS, Vitek 2, LIS

Responsibilities

Plate specimens according to culture type and site, monitor incubation requirements and equipment, read plates and enter results, perform confirmatory and quality control testing, process and evaluate patient specimens, maintain laboratory area and inventory, communicate critical values, perform staff training

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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