An employee in this class supervises bacteriologists and laboratory technicians in a large centralized laboratory in making tests and observations in a broad field of health work. The employee directs the routine work of the laboratory, participates in the determination of the more difficult laboratory problems, and plans and directs work involving new methods of research. The employee is responsible for work methods and procedures but general supervision is received from the Laboratory Directory, Public Health, who outlines general procedures and matters of policy. Directs and supervises work of laboratory personnel in making tests and observations in a broad specialized health field such as bacteriology, serology, or related field. Supervises and participates in the preparation of diagnostic antiserums and antigen suspensions, investigations, and evaluations as well as routine diagnostic work.
Assists supervisor in estimating future needs in relation to supplies, equipment and personnel.
Interprets to physicians and others the results of laboratory findings. Coordinates the work of various laboratory functions, assigns personnel, regulates flow of work and spot checks laboratory findings. Supervises and actually participates in research studies. Make special assignments, indicates tests to be used, and reviews findings of subordinate bacteriologists. Evaluates performance of subordinate bacteriologists.