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MLT/Medical Lab Technician | UFH Oncology Baymeadows| Days | PRN

UF Health

#Customer Service #Quality Control #PRN #Diagnosis #Days #Treatment #Oncology #Laboratory Procedures #Equipment Evaluation

Quick overview

The role involves performing a wide range of medical laboratory procedures requiring technical skill and operating complex laboratory analyzers to generate critical data for diagnosis and treatment. The technologist must also make independent judgments when reporting test results and perform quality control analysis.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent that satisfies state licensure requirements as per FL Statute 64B3-5.003 for Technologists. A mandatory requirement is holding the Florida Technologist License.

high schoolQuality ControlCustomer ServiceData AnalysisInstructionEquipment EvaluationTechnical KnowledgeLaboratory ProceduresTechnique EvaluationLaboratory Analyzers Operation

Job description

Overview

An Excellent Opportunity to Join a World Class System! As part of the University of Florida, it is a hub for research and advanced medical training It provides extensive specialized services, including cardiovascular services, and emergency care Excellent opportunity for growth Join us today!

Responsibilities

In this role the Medical Laboratory Technician will perform the following job duties under the supervision of a licensed medical technologist, pathologist or Medical Director of a CLIA approved Laboratory: Use automated and manual equipment to examine and analyze cells, blood and bodily fluids. Collect and receive blood, tissue, urine and other body fluid samples from patients. Ensure samples are prepared, tested and resulted using manual or automated analyzers and computer system. Schedule FTE: .10 Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm Days: Monday-Friday

Qualifications

Required Education

High School Diploma or
GED
Clinical/Medical laboratory technology program
Preferred
Education: Bachelor's Degree with 3 years pertinent clinical laboratory experience; OR Associate's degree with 4 years pertinent clinical laboratory experience AND one (1) year training in a Medical Technology CAHEA approved program.
Necessary
Skills: Ability to function as a medical laboratory technician in a moderate complexity laboratory. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing effectively with peers, co-workers and other clinic staff Must be able to pass a color vision test or functional color assessment test administered by Employee Health. Technologist must inform Laboratory Administration if vision capabilities change to the extent the technician can no longer perform test(s) accurately in work area. Knowledge of laboratory techniques, tests and procedures. Ability to perform procedures requiring judgment with minimal supervision. Ability to recognize abnormal results or testing problems and discuss with Technologist, Supervisor, Manager, Physician or Medical Director. Ability to solve problems. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to recognize and effectuate repairs of malfunctioning equipment. Ability to provide instruction and communicate to medical, para-medical or lay individuals. Ability to prioritize tasks and organize workflow. Good decision-making skills. Detailed-oriented. Must be able to handle stressful situations in a professional manner.
Required
Licensure/Certification(s): State of Florida technician license - MLT (ASCP), MLT (AMT) or MLT (AAB) in Hematology and Chemistry required Other subspecialties in addition to
Hematology and
Chemistry preferred
Preferred
Licensure/Certification(s):
ASCP,
AMT or
AAB
National certification
Required
Experience: 3-5 Years of Clinical/medical laboratory