We are seeking a Microbiologist with bench experience sufficient to independently perform, distinguish, and interpret: specimen and colony gram stains, normal flora versus pathogenic bacteria morphologies on routine and selective media, selection and isolation of pure colonies for identification and susceptibility testing from mixed plated growth for aerobes and anaerobes, able to associate various biochemical tests with their correct applications, normal and abnormal sensitivity patterns (automated mic, Kirby Bauer, and E-test), utilize CLSI antimicrobial guidelines for sensitivity results, troubleshoot extent of workup and additional antibiotic testing, ability to associate body site, disease state, and bacterial pathogen. In the event of an occurrence resulting in incorrect results reported on a patient, employee consistently follows the established policy on Correcting Results including the notification and documentation of corrective actions taken.