Microbiologist, Acute

Schedule: Full-Time 

Your experience matters 

 Centerpoint Health-Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a microbiologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

Centerpoint Health-Georgetown places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.

How you'll contribute 

A microbiologist who excels in this role:

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing. 

• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner. 

• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards. 

• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment. 

• Runs tests and analyzes the results to be reported to the patient, physician or registered nurse. 

• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment. 

• Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures. 

• Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed. 

• Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed. 

• Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken. 

• Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned.

• Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis. 

• Collects biological specimens.

• Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.

• Provides instruction to students and new employees with regard to procedures and departmental policies. 

• Responsible for the processing and evaluation of microbiology cultures. 

• Ability to differentiate normal flora and Pathogenic organisms. 

• Perform test analysis including patient sample, culture work up, quality control, and trouble shooting. 

• Responsible for preparing Infection Control reports. 

• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. 

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking on site 

What we're looking for 
Applicants should have a current bachelor's degree in medical technology. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Lab Services Required

• Licenses: ASCP certification or eligibility required.

Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Morgan Gilbert by emailing [email protected] 

More about Centerpoint Health-Georgetown 

Centerpoint Health-Georgetown is a 75- bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Georgetown community. We are proud to be recognized by our Affiliation with the Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network, Affiliation with the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Affiliate Network and The Joint Commission Accreditation. 

EEOC Statement

Centerpoint Health-Georgetown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint Health-Georgetown is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.