Hiring: Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology Company: Guidehouse Location: Bethesda, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:03:34 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Security Clearance About the job Required Skills: •Perform laboratory procedures for microbiology specimen handling and processing, test analyses; report and maintain records of patient test results. •Interface directly with staff on specimen processing and test performance of moderate to high complexity tests, such as VRE PCR, Carba-R real time PCR, Maldi Tof-MS and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. •Check controls before reporting stained smears to ensure that the stain quality is appropriate. •Monitor, troubleshoot, and initiate or take corrective action to maintain stain and media quality, reagents, and equipment. •Follow the laboratory’s established policies and procedures when test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. •Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; correct problem or notify staff; document all corrective actions taken. •Communicate and consult with pertinent medical personnel regarding collection procedures; troubleshoot any problems with the specimen or documentation. •Perform and document all quality control activities, instrument calibrations and maintenance preformed. Qualifications: •Preferred fields of study: Biological Science, Microbiology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related discipline. •ASCP (or equivalent) certification, strongly preferred. If not certified, must be able to meet College of American Pathologists (CAP) testing personnel accreditation requirements. •The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00-$94,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Compensation: •Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!