Initial primary role in setting up policies and procedures as well as processes for the Microbiology Laboratory. Participate in setting standards and work approach.
Adheres to all safety/health and state/federal regulatory requirements and the procedures; policies and Services Standard defined by the Hospitals.
Applies the appropriate control measures in tests with abnormal results. Manages results in accordance with protocol and notifies the necessary personnel.
Maintains a current understanding of all procedures used in the assigned laboratory section(s) and can interpret the significance of normal and abnormal results.
Performs clinical laboratory tests of varying complexity using standard procedures examining specimens for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease.
Performs maintenance and function checks on analytical equipment and performs operational checks necessary for proper test performance to assure accurate and reliable test results and reporting.
Using technical knowledge and theoretical understanding of the basis of tests, records and analyzes test results to validate accuracy, quality, and conformity to specifications.