Microbiology Technician

Purpose (Objective): The incumbent prepares samples for processing and maintains documentation of process to facilitate testing procedures. Main activities: ● Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending ● Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked ● Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed ● Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process ● Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature ● Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required ● Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence ● Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities ● Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis ● Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample ● Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process ● Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized ● Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required ● Adhere to all safety policies ● Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system ● Perform other related tasks as needed