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Job Description Position Summary This Microbiology Technician is responsible for performing microbiology testing for all ICU Medical products and sterilization processes. This position is 100% onsite at our Dublin, OH manufacturing facility. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs environmental monitoring of all assembly areas per written procedure. Review and approve test data against alert and limits. Collects and ships representative samples of finished products for bioburden and endotoxin testing, as well as for dose audits for gamma products. Ships to approved testing labs as per written procedures. Investigate test results; determine possible causes for failure and recommend possible corrective action. Record results of testing on log and appropriate forms. Collects and reviews documents provided by the EO and gamma sterilizers and perform load or run releases according to site procedures. If needed, prepare biological indicators for use in sterilization. Laboratory maintenance tasks such as glassware cleaning, autoclaving materials, counting plates and gram staining. Manages lab consumables used in the Microbiology lab, as well as receives invoices through Oracle for timely invoice payment. Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications Computer proficiency and adaptability working with a variety of databases, word processing, spreadsheet, etc. Ability to work in a team environment with shifting priorities and requirements. Previous experience testing medical devices a plus Good organizational and communication skills required Education and Experience Must be 18 years of age Associate Degree desired or experience in medical device industry-based Laboratory for at least a year. Technical knowledge in the field required. Knowledge of physical sciences, laboratory equipment. Laboratory experience in industry-based setting or university laboratory experience is also is preferred. Physical Requirements and Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines Work may be performed in a clean room environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time Must be able to occasionally move and lift objects of up to 25 pounds Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time About Us ICU Medical has consistently provided you with clinical innovations that help solve real-world challenges. With the acquisition of Hospira Infusion Systems in 2017 and Smiths Medical in 2022, we are now a global market leader with a complete line of clinically-essential IV therapy and high-value critical care products for hospital, alternate site, and home care settings. We're ready to bring you consistent quality, innovation, and value in more areas than ever. Our focus allows us to bring you: Dedicated and non-dedicated IV sets and needlefree connectors clinically proven to provide an effective barrier against bacterial transfer and colonization. The industry's broadest IV smart pump offering covering large volume, pain management, and ambulatory needs. IV medication safety software providing full IV-EHR interoperability with the highest customer satisfaction and compatibility with more EHR systems than any other company. Significant US IV solutions manufacturing and supply capabilities. ICU Medical EEO Statement: ICU Medical is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment regardless of race, color, nationality or national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the employment selection process, please contact us at humanresources@icumed.com. We are committed to providing equal access and opportunities for all candidates. ICU Medical EEO Policy Statement Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster ICU Medical CCPA Notice to Job Applicants ICU Medical

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