Responsibilities:
In this role the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist will perform the following job duties:
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A wide range of medical laboratory procedures requiring technical knowledge and skill.
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Operate complicated laboratory analyzers to provide critical data for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.
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Make independent judgment decisions in the reporting of normal and abnormal test results.
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Perform and analyze quality control data.
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Evaluate/research new techniques and/or equipment.
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Instruct students and employees.
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Interact with nursing and health care practitioners.
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Provide excellent customer service.
Schedule
FTE: .01
Hours: Variable
Days: Variable
Qualifications:
Required Education:
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New hires effective October 1, 2022 must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field.
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Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position prior to October 1, 2022 who hold a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent which meets state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statute 64B3-5.003 Technologist will be grandfathered in.
Required Experience: One (1) year experience in a MLS NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory
Required Licensure/Certifications: Florida Technologist License in appropriate area(s).
Preferred Licensure/Certifications: National Certification (ASCP)/MT or MLS (ASCP) certification MT Certification ABHI CHS/CHT
