Microbiology analyst vs certified medical technician

Differences between microbiology analyst and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Microbiology analyst example responsibilities.

• Job duties begin in a general microbiology/ infectious disease laboratory focuse on cultivating and managing infectious strains of microbes.
• Execute USP water testing for coliforms, pathogens, and total plate counts.
• Conduct turbidimetric analysis and cylinder plate assays of vitamins and antibiotics per USP and CFR standards.
• Isolate, culture, and analyze indoor-air fungal elements and mold samples under GLP and GMP procedures.
• Analyze consumer foods and environmental samples for a variety of microorganisms and contaminants.
• Provide documents request during FDA inspection.
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Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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