Microbiology Technician I
Sonic Healthcare USA

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

Put The "Pro" In Medical Laboratory Professional.

Do you have problem-solving instincts, a passion for patient care, and the technical skills to deliver accurate results? Are you looking for competitive benefits, a supportive team, and opportunities to advance your career? If so, we want you on our team! Our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities through excellence in clinical laboratory solutions. Quality is in our DNA- is it in yours?

This entry-level, full-time opportunity is available on the first shift in the Microbiology Department of Clinical Pathology Laboratories (CPL) in Austin, Texas.

In This Role, You Will:

• Play a vital role in the patient care process by performing moderate to high-complexity microbiology testing.
  
• Analyze, review, and report test results with accuracy and efficiency.
  
• Identify when corrective action is necessary and implement effective solutions.
  
• Work in a fast-paced laboratory environment handling biological and chemical hazards.
  
• Promote safety, compliance, and quality control within the lab.
  

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor degree or higher in a chemical, biological, or medical science.
  
• A willingness to learn new techniques and technologies, with enthusiasm for continuous professional development.
  
• Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills.
  
• Proficiency in operating general laboratory equipment, including telephones, computers, automated analyzers, centrifuges, microscopes, manual and automated pipettes, and audible alarms.
  

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent.
  
• Hands-on experience in microbiology.
  
• Laboratory training or experience in high-complexity testing.
  

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  
• A 401(k) plan with company match to support your retirement goals.
  
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
  
• Free lab services for you and your dependents.
  
• Opportunities to grow your career and expand your skills.
  
• Recognition and appreciation for your work.
  
• A sense of belonging-we're a community!
  

Additional Details:

This role involves routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees are required to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all privacy and security standards. Access to PHI is permitted only when necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.

Who We Are:

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, compensation, training, and benefits.

Medical Laboratory Technician, Clinical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP), MLT, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technician

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Work Shift:

Job Category:
Laboratory Operations

Company:
Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc.

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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