Microbiology Technician - Part Time

Part-Time Main activities: • Read plates and tubes, as required, to determine the number of organisms in the sample • Record findings on worksheet for verification • Write identification onto plates so that client and sample number can be tracked • Pipette sample solution into tubes or plates according to the analysis process being performed • Pour the agar into plates or tubes to begin the growth process • Prepare sample for analysis by recording, weighing, and blending • Collect plates and place them in the incubator for the specified amount of time and temperature • Prepare media and broth for use in pathogen testing as required • Sterilize materials needed for analysis. Autoclave plates before discarding • Perform food poisoning, pH and other analysis tests on sample when requested by the client • Ensure that media and materials are prepared for the next testing sequence • Maintain knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) that is required to complete job responsibilities • Set up equipment and materials needed for analysis • Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process • Perform necessary housekeeping duties in a timely manner, keeping the work areas and equipment clean and sanitized • Must participate in cleaning schedule and maintain retain samples as required • Adhere to all safety policies • Responsibility to support laboratory management in the implementation maintenance, and improvement of the management system • Perform other related tasks as needed