Clinical Microbiologist
Company: American Advanced Management
Location: Stockton
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description JOB REQUIREMENTS An incumbent is responsible for
planning, organizing, and supervising the technical activities of
the Microbiology Unit, including Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology,
Mycology, Parasitology, Immunology, Media Preparation, and
housekeeping sections. Supervision is received from the
Administrative Clinical Laboratory Technologist. This class differs
from Clinical Microbiologist I in that an incumbent of the latter
class performs journey person level activities in the performance
of microbiological and immunological tests and examinations. This
class differs from Administrative Clinical Laboratory Technologist
in that the incumbent of the latter class is responsible for the
functional operation and administration of the Clinical Laboratory.
TYPICAL DUTIES Participates in the more complex and critical
analyses and evaluation of results. Instructs other technologists
and laboratory trainees in the proper procedures and techniques of
conducting microbiological tests; gives lectures and examinations;
evaluates performance of laboratory trainees assigned to unit.
Maintains quality control in unit; checks operating efficiency of
lab oratory equipment and instruments; supervises and participates
in preparation and, maintenance of related laboratory records and
reports. Evaluates current methods and procedures for adequacy,
accuracy, clinical significance and cost and makes modifications as
required; develops procedures, norms and standards for new test;
keeps current with new developments in field by reviewing
literature and attending seminars. Maintains supply and equipment
control in the Microbiology Unit; orders supplies and maintains
inventories; prepares and submits budget request for capital items.
Consults with pathologists and other medical staff members on
problems related to Unit, consults with Laboratory Director on all
new procedures. May represent Laboratory at meetings and
conferences; serves on San Joaquin General Hospital Infection
Control Committee. May collect specimens from patients for tests
and examinations. May assist in the administration of the Clinical
Laboratory on a rotating basis with other supervising technologists
in the absence of the Administrative Clinical Laboratory
Technologist. ABILITY Perform assigned tasks according to
prescribed procedures; make accurate observations and records of
test results; interpret test data and draw logical conclusions;
correlate test results and evaluate validity; follow oral and
written instructions in precise detail; perform examinations using
manual or modern automated methodology; collect specimens from
patients; with skill, patience and tact; establish effective
working relationships with physicians, hospital staff, and others;
plan and direct the work of others; develop procedures, norms and
standards for new tests and instruct others in them; maintain
records and prepare reports of test results; issue and follow oral
and written directions of a technical nature. Qualifications
Minimum Requirements Experience: Two years equivalent to Clinical
Microbiologist Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid
license issued by the State of California, Department of Health as
a Clinical Microbiologist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist or
Clinical Laboratory Scientist limited to Clinical Microbiology.
KNOWLEDGE The principles, methods, materials, techniques, and
terminology of microbiology and immunology as related to medical
technology; recent developments, current literature, and sources of
information in medical technology; the principles and methods of
supervision and training; basic administration of laboratory
units.
Keywords: American Advanced Management, San Ramon , Clinical Microbiologist, Healthcare , Stockton, California
