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Diagnostic Technician

3 months ago


College Station, Texas, United States The Texas A&M University System Full time

Job Description

The Diagnostic Technician, under general supervision, in the Bacteriology section of the College Station Laboratory will prepare and test blood, urine, feces, tissue, and bacterial isolates for diagnostic purposes. Techniques include bacterial and fungal cultures, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and mass spectrometry microbial identification. This role requires the performance of routine, repetitive tasks of straightforward to moderate complexity and the ability to troubleshoot routine procedures with considerable supervision.

The Bacteriology Section is a high-volume laboratory that conducts hundreds of tests daily on animal samples submitted by veterinarians and animal owners. Timeliness, accuracy, and the ability to remain focused in a high-volume work environment are vital in this position, as well as a service mindset and strong work ethic.

Sample Prep, Sample Cataloging:

Retrieves samples, visually analyzes samples for quality, orders appropriate tests in TVMDL's computer-based laboratory information management system (LIMS), and distributes samples to the appropriate testing station. Reviews submittal forms and interprets test requests and client instructions. May file and catalog samples, slides, specimens, or other diagnostic material for archival purposes.

Testing:

Utilizes standard laboratory equipment, including centrifuge, biosafety cabinet, vortex, heat block, autoclave, and media sterilizer. Visually analyzes samples for quality and follows standard operating procedures to conduct routine laboratory test methods, including setting bacterial and fungal cultures, performing antimicrobial susceptibility testing, performing mass spectrometry microbial identification, and using microscopes to examine slides and cultures.

Prepare reagents, buffers, standards, controls, and microbial culture media as needed. Completes proficiency tests and verifies ongoing competency for assigned assays.

Data Entry, Interpretation, Results:

Read, compute, and record observations, results, and measurements into LIMS. Ensures documentation for all tests meets quality assurance requirements. Reviews, releases, and publishes accurate results. Recognizes abnormal results requiring further review. Ensures confidentiality of correspondence and reports.

Client Communication:

Communicates with clients via phone or writing to clarify test requests, discuss basic testing capabilities, and verify sample details or patient history. Ensures confidentiality of correspondence and reports.

Quality Assurance & Safety:

Adheres to and conforms to quality assurance, safety programs, and procedures. Assists in identifying incidents of nonconformance and noncompliance. Ensures documentation for all testing meets quality assurance standards. Performs training and testing within established turnaround times. Responsible for safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals when relevant.

SOPs, Procedures, Forms, Other Documentation:

Reads, interprets, and performs all tests in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). Reviews and recommends changes or improvements to section SOPs, forms, or other documentation related to section protocols. Generates forms and test documentation and files according to SOPs.

Supplies, Stock, Inventory, Equipment:

Catalogs incoming supplies and stock inventory. Informs management when supply inventory is low, inadequate, or expired. Verifies instrument accuracy by running known control samples and analyzing control data. May assist in monitoring, calibrating, and verifying laboratory equipment.

Administrative Roles:

Files electronic paperwork in a timely manner, including worksheets, forms, accession forms, regulatory forms, quality assurance and safety documentation, equipment maintenance forms, and logbooks. Abides by agency and state records retention and confidentiality requirements.

Teamwork & Cooperation:

Works with colleagues in other testing sections and laboratories to coordinate testing for shared samples. Assists in training fellow technicians as needed. Fosters laboratory teamwork, cooperation, professional standards, and communication. Participates in cross-training with fellow Technicians in sections throughout the laboratory. Other job-related duties as assigned.

Other:

Work shall be performed with adherence to federal, state, Texas A&M University System, and TVMDL safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Performs work to avoid exposing oneself or others to avoidable hazards by reasonable and approved methods.

Position Details:

This position is required to work onsite during normal business hours M-F 8 AM to 5 PM and will participate in a Saturday rotation with fellow staff members. This position is enrolled in TVMDL's Salary Step Program, guaranteeing two pay increases in the first 18 months of employment for satisfactory performance. TVMDL is located on the campus of Texas A&M University (TAMU). Parking permits are available from TAMU at the expense of the employee. Incumbent will be required to take a pre-exposure rabies vaccination series; TVMDL will cover all costs. TVMDL is considered an essential component of the Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) and remains operational for several "open holidays" in which overtime or compensatory time may be earned. This position may have access to equine or greyhound racing drug testing samples, records, and/or data and as such, the incumbent must have no financial interest in racehorses, racing greyhounds, or a racetrack, or any other conflict of interest within the racing industry. Furthermore, such employees shall have no investments in any racetrack nor receive any remuneration from a racetrack association, nor own or lease a racehorse or racing greyhound that is racing in the State of Texas. The incumbent may be required to consent to a background investigation through by the Texas Department of Public Safety including, but not limited to, fingerprinting of all TVMDL staff involved in drug testing for livestock and race animals.

Required Education and Experience:

High school graduation or equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of laboratory equipment, scientific apparatus, and computer equipment. Ensure attention to detail. Able to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Associate degree. Experience in a clinical lab, veterinary diagnostic lab, veterinary clinic, or other animal-related occupation. Experience providing customer service to internal or external clients. Knowledge of basic scientific, veterinary, or medical terminology. Skilled in the use of laboratory and computer equipment. Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately. Previous experience performing sterile techniques. Ability to comfortably work with animal tissues and bodily fluids, maintain focus under pressure, and meet deadlines.