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Job Title: CLIA Technician, MicrobiologyJob Description

We are seeking a CLIA Technician specialized in Microbiology to join our team. This is a full-time position with a work schedule of Saturday and Sunday, plus three other days during the week. The role involves performing clinical laboratory testing accurately and timely to ensure quality patient services and compliance with good laboratory practices and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow all laboratory procedures and policies.

• Process specimens, perform test procedures, and generate reports.

• Maintain records and logs.

• Perform clinical microbiology techniques, including understanding growth characteristics and optimal conditions for bacteria and fungal organisms found in clinical samples such as urine, blood, and wound samples.

• Separate bacteria from samples containing more than one organism.

• Conduct Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing (AST) techniques, including MIC and disc diffusion.

• Maintain anaerobic growth environments.

• Work with aseptic techniques.

• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance and consult with supervisors or the Director for corrective actions.

• Identify when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications and consult with supervisors or the Director for corrective actions.

• Perform and document all corrective actions as assigned.

• Ensure reports are generated only when the system is functioning properly.

• Perform equipment maintenance procedures as assigned.

• Assist in quality control/improvement activities.

• Assist in the training and orientation of other testing personnel.

• Effectively communicate with other team members.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in CLIA and clinical microbiology testing.

• Knowledge of microbiology, bacteria, and fungal organisms.

• Experience with Antibiotic Susceptibility Testing (AST) techniques, MIC, and disc diffusion.

• Ability to maintain anaerobic growth environments.

• Strong aseptic technique skills.

• Effective communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or Microbiology.

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

• Completion and documentation of all mandatory trainings, including annual safety training.

• Participation in continuing education activities such as in-service training, training by technical representatives, reading relevant articles, and training outside the laboratory.

Work Environment

The work environment is a CLIA testing lab. This is a research and development (R&D) position, with most days spent in the lab performing experiments. Data from experiments will be shared and discussed with supervisors to design new experiments. The role offers long tenure, great benefits once hired, holiday pay for contractors, and opportunities for promotion from within.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockville,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.