For appointment consideration, Laboratory Scientist II applicants must successfully participate in a structured interview measuring possession of knowledge, skills and ability. Must demonstrate successful completion of basic Core Training or its equivalent. Must receive satisfactory performance evaluation and performance based recommendation from Supervisors and Laboratory Administrator.
Flexible working hours are required when demanded by the public health situation. Visual deficiencies must not interfere with ability to perform laboratory analyses. Physical condition must allow for the administration of vaccines and/or necessary diagnostic test. Superior manual dexterity and coordination required. Must be willing and able to handle unpleasant and/or hazardous specimens such as feces, sputum, blood, vomitus, urine, and samples known to contain infectious organisms such as swine influenza H1N1 virus. Must be willing to receive Hepatitis B vaccine. |
