Bacteriology Inspector (Medical Health Facilities)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist in medical health facilities who isolates and identifies bacteria from patient specimens and supports infectious disease diagnosis through antimicrobial susceptibility testing and other methods.
Description
Bacteriology inspectors handle patient specimens such as blood, urine, and sputum in the laboratory department of medical health facilities, culturing bacteria using aseptic techniques. They identify bacterial species using Gram staining, biochemical methods, and microscopic observation, and conduct antimicrobial susceptibility testing to support the selection of optimal therapeutic drugs. Laboratory procedures follow standard operating procedures (SOP) and require high attention to detail and accuracy. Quality control and management of laboratory equipment are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
Demand for infectious disease testing is increasing due to an aging population and responses to emerging infectious diseases, and with advancing automation and high-sensitivity testing technologies, greater expertise and technical skills will be required.
Personality Traits
Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / High concentration ability / Meticulous / Strong hygiene awareness
Work Style
Day Shift Rotation / Medical Facility Employment / Strict Adherence to Hygiene Management / Team Laboratory
Career Path
Clinical Laboratory Technologist → Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist → Laboratory Supervisor → Laboratory Department Manager → Clinical Researcher
Required Skills
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing / Aseptic Technique / Gram Staining / Microbial Culture / Microscopic Observation
Recommended Skills
Automated Testing Equipment Operation / Molecular Diagnostic Techniques / Quality Control / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because interpretation of test results and analysis of abnormal values directly contribute to accurate diagnosis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required in handling small specimens and determining results. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to investigate causes and implement corrections is necessary during culture contamination or test abnormalities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it mainly involves routine tasks based on established procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves indoor laboratory work with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Aliases
- Bacteriology Inspection Technician
- Microbiology Inspection Technician
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