The employee receives general instructions regarding the scope and approach to projects or assignments, but procedures and problem resolution are left to employee discretion and interpretation. Employee estimates and manages time efficiently. Work is reviewed periodically to ensure determinations and decisions made are in compliance to department policy and procedures. When conducting specific tests, formulas and procedures are closely followed. Employee participates in establishing and maintaining policies and procedures, goals and objectives for the clinics and laboratory.
Work is performed in an environment which shares common exposure to infectious microorganisms.
A small amount of time is spent in the field collecting samples. An infrequent amount of time of driving is required.