What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media, Reagent and Glassware Laboratory Technologist II - 61007326 position at State of South Carolina?
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This position is located in the Support program area within the Public Health Laboratory.
Prepares ordinary to complex biological culture media, chemical reagents, and biological stains using written formulas and instructions under aseptic techniques and conditions for the appropriate laboratories. Operates a variety of laboratory equipment, including autoclaves, and performs manual procedures. Serves as the backup person for the collection, decontamination and disposal of bio-hazard waste from testing laboratories
Follows quality assurance protocols by monitoring and maintaining of the laboratory's environment and equipment and personnel competencies.
Serves as member of the Public Health Laboratory’ Laboratory Response Network (LRN), the Food Emergency Response Network (FERN), the Bio-detection System (BDS)Program, and other public health partnerships for response to bioterrorism and other infectious disease outbreaks.
Prepares and sterilizes deionized water for appropriate laboratories.
Minimizes the potential for contamination in the work area by performing daily housekeeping. Performs basic clean up and disposal of infectious and medical waste in compliance with OSHA regulations, EPA and the Laboratory Exposure Control Plan.
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a related medical or scientific discipline; or an associate degree or equivalent training in a related medical, scientific or technical discipline and journey-level work experience in a related field.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Agency Additional Requirements:
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
SC DPH is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employing agency. We are committed to a diverse workforce. SC DPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
• REMOTE WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions
Salary : $43,897 - $49,022
