Job detail

Medical Laboratory Technologist- Temporary

BioReference Health, LLC

#Urology #Quality Control #Safety Standards #Data Documentation #QC #Calibration #Oncology #Laboratory Procedures #Laboratory Maintenance

Quick overview

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs routine and STAT laboratory procedures while maintaining accurate documentation and equipment maintenance. They are responsible for ensuring a safe work environment and reviewing quality control data before releasing test results.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science. Additionally, a Florida State Licensure and the ability to pass a visual discrimination assessment are required.

bachelor degreeDocumentationCalibrationQuality controlSafety complianceEquipment maintenanceLaboratory proceduresReagent managementVisual discriminationSTAT testingLevy-Jennings chart interpretation

Job description

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established company and departmental policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

Duties

may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
Maintain standards in routine & STAT testing.
Complete work in a timely manner.
Write legibly when documenting QC, problems or information.
Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
Review communication logs.
Prepare for shift by gathering needed supplies, i.e. reagents plates.
Perform and document required maintenance on equipment.
Review calibration & QC prior to testing/resulting.
Perform calibrations and quality control as needed.
Review results before releasing.
Review pendings at the end of shift.
Follow repeat protocol.
Review Check Sheets.
Perform duties in independent manner with no direct supervision required.
Inform supervisor of supply inventory.
Understand all laboratory policies and procedures.
Date and initial reagents that are put "in use".
Can identify at least one location of a fire extinguisher.
Can read and interpret a curve.
Can read and understand a Levy-Jennings Chart.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or Related life Science.
Florida State Licensure
Ability to pass visual discrimination assessment

Work Environment

Medium work of lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Responsible for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.

BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women's health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.