Microbiology Tech Ii

3 weeks ago

Mississauga, Canada Antech Diagnostics Full time

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.

**PURPOSE OF JOB**:
The Microbiology Laboratory Technician II performs laboratory analyses and tests. Prepares samples, sets up instruments, runs tests and reads, interprets and releases results.

**Shift**: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm, weekends on rotation

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Accurately read and result a minimum 108 systemic aerobic cultures and sensitivities per shift using approved procedures and protocols.
Work up recheck and add on requests
Accurately read and report all Kirby Bauer disc diffusion sensitivity results as needed
Accurately read and result Blood Cultures using Bactec instrument and Gram stains
Perform all required quality control such as recording temperatures, marking reagents, and all supplies with applicable dates and initials.
Print, reconcile, and turn in daily pending report
Exercises judgment in evaluating and reporting results.
Check pending/manifest daily.
Sets up and runs laboratory tests.
Read and release test results.
Cross-train and develop knowledge of multiple specialties within department/lab.
Applies job skills and lab policies and procedures to complete a variety of tasks.
Reads, understands and follows applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), including safety and quality procedures. Maintains clean and organized work area. Restocks supplies as needed.
May be cross-trained to perform other duties, such as performing less complex tests. Participates in improving lab efficiency, quality, and cooperation.
Consult with senior peers on non-complex Microbiology tasks to learn through experience.
May be asked to participate in enterprise initiatives, special projects, and other duties as assigned.
We share a collaborative obligation to ensure that we conduct ourselves in the utmost ethical manner and that we hold each other accountable to the values and standards of the organization. Every employee has the responsibility to ask questions, seek guidance, and report concerns and/or violations of company policy or ethical standards. Antech Diagnostics has several processes in place to communicate with leadership and expects that employees will have a commitment to integrity and uncompromising values.

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE**:
High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months experience as a Microbiology Lab Aide, 1 year Vet Technician experience and/or 2, 3 or 4 year degree in Science-related field.

**REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES**:
Laboratory skills, with experience setting up, running and reading lab tests and operating lab instruments preferred.
Knowledge of lab equipment and procedures.
Knowledge of medical and laboratory terminology and Microbiology procedures and equipment is helpful.
General science background
Attention to detail
Organized with ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Communication skills, both verbal and written
Positive, can-do attitude
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) as appropriate
Personal computer skills, including strong typing ability and proficient use of Microsoft Office

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**:
Extensive sitting, phone, and computer use
Capable of standing continuously for up to 2 hours
Extend and reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers
Occasionally required to bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch
May be required to lift, move, and carry up to 20 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing ability to effectively communicate via the telephone and in person
Ability to communicate verbally on the phone and in person
Fluency in the English language
Extended hours may be needed

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**:
Laboratory environment with potential biohazards present
Works under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment.
Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments.
Potential for exposure to agents known to cause zoonotic disease in humans and use of potentially hazardous chemicals as defined by the National Hazard Communication Standards.

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