Microbiology Laboratory Intern

Solvita comes from "sol" meaning sun and "vita" meaning life. As sunlight nurtures new life, we take the donor gift and transform it into new hope, bringing the light of healing to patients in our local hospitals and to patients around the globe in need of tissue transplants.

Because we believe that everyone deserves more time to live life to its fullest.

Microbiology Laboratory Intern:

1. Vitek quality control and maintenance.
2. Verifies Vitek temperature is acceptable.
3. Vitek maintenance (wash inoculation stands and card holders).
4. Performs the following basic duties in the microbiology lab:
   
   
   
   1. Swab inoculation of Thio and TSB
   2. Log in specimens (electronically and manually)
   3. Sets up samples on Vitek 2 Compact
   4. Pull discard tubes
   5. Sub positive cultures and incubates them properly
   6. Subculture stock QC organisms
   7. Daily temperatures
   8. Log in new media, reagents and supplies
   9. Performs weekly eye wash/shower maintenance
   10. Performs weekly hood QC
   11. Incubator and refrigerator quarterly PM
   12. Troubleshoots the temperature monitoring system
   13. Weekly cleaning of irradiation/rinsate room
   14. 2^nd check CTMS and manual log ins
   15. File paperwork
   16. Clean lab spaces
   17. Organize and restock lab supplies
   18. MicroCheck tube discard
   
   
   
   
5. Perform follow ups with branches as necessary.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education and/or Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled at an accredited university, preferably one of the following programs:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)

• Laboratory experience is helpful.

Work Environment and Physical Activities:

• Must be able to meet the required physical demands with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be organized and willing to work a flexible schedule as needed.

• Must be service oriented, self-motivated, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Computer literacy and working knowledge of programs currently in use at the company.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to complete daily workload.

About Solvita:

Solvita is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Drug Free Workplace

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

• 349 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA