Medical Technologist - Microbiology Job Description
The following is a full job description for Medical Technologist - Microbiology. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Medical Technologist - Microbiology along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Medical Technologist - Microbiology is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Medical Technologist - Microbiology, Medical Technologist (ASCP), Medical Writer III, Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Ultrasound Technologist II, Ultrasound Technologist I, Ultrasound Technologist III, Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor, Chief Ultrasound Technologist, Medical Technologist - Hematology
Requirements and Responsibilities For Medical Technologist - Microbiology
Performs a variety of microbiological procedures in order to cultivate, isolate and identify microorganisms in skin scrapings, exudates, body fluids and surgical specimens. Conducts routine and specialized microbiological procedures, including virological, mycological, bacteriological, and parasitological assays for use in diagnosing and treating disease. Verifies accuracy of findings, identifies test inconsistencies, and takes appropriate action to make corrections and resolve problems. Operates, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment used in microbiological analysis and procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Typically requires an American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or its equivalent. May require a state license to practice. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
 
Also referred to as: Microbiology Clinical Lab Technologist
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Level of Education:  Medical Technologist - Microbiology Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Medical Technologist - Microbiology Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Medical Technologist - Microbiology Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare
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