Medical Laboratory Technician

Agency

Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services

Division

Agriculture Consumer Service

Job Classification Title

Medical Laboratory Technician (S)

Position Number

60012188

Grade

MH06

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to conduct ELISA and Agar Gel-Immunodiffusion diagnostic tests for the detection of Mycoplasma synoviae, Mycoplasma gallisepticum, and Avian Influenza. This position is responsible for providing test results to producers and veterinarians submitting specimens for evaluation; compile and manage scientific data generated by serological testing; data entry into a computerized laboratory information system for reporting test results. This position performs quality control/assurance monitoring serological techniques; maintains inventory of reagents and consumables needed for diagnostic testing.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $39,435 - $59,154

• General knowledge of the variety of laboratory procedures applicable to serology or other related disciplines.
• Ability to use laboratory equipment. 
• Ability to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to make accurate observations and written reports of findings.

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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
 
Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.
 
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Questions regarding this posting?  Contact 919-707-3201.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in medical technology from an appropriately accredited institution or completion of a certified laboratory assistant course in medical technology or a comparable course from an accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development diploma and two years of medical laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Alyssa Danielle Bartholomew

Recruiter Email: [email protected]