Hospital Medical Technologist, Night Shift

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

The University of Miami's Pathology Department invites applications for a full-time Medical Technologist II (3rd shift) in Miami, FL. The role performs microbiological, molecular biology and immunological tests on body specimens to support diagnosis and treatment, with emphasis on quality assurance and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities include verifying specimen IDs, analyzing results, calibrating equipment, maintaining records, training staff, and collaborating with pathologists.

Qualifications

• Bachelora0s degree in laboratory sciences or related field.
• Current Florida Medical Technologist License.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Verifies specimen identification with orders and prepares specimens for testing.
• Analyzes results and interprets abnormal findings for pathologists.
• Maintains instrument calibration, quality control, and records.
• Trains and orients staff on laboratory techniques and operations.
• Adheres to safety and regulatory policies and protects patient data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Lab safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelora0s degree in laboratory sciences or related field

Job description

## **Current Employees:**If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this .The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a full time Medical Technologist 2.**Sign - On Bonus: $10,000**The Medical Technologist 2 (H) performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Moreover, the incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance.**3rd Shift****10:00 PM – 06:30 AM****Rotating Weekends****CORE JOB FUNCTIONS*** Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.* Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.* Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.* Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials. Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.* Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording. Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.***This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*****CORE QUALIFICATIONS****Education:**Bachelor’s degree in laboratory sciences or related field.**Certification and Licensing:**Current Florida Medical Technologist License**Experience:**Minimum 2 years of relevant experience**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.* Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.* Commitment to the University’s core values.* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.**DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM****Department Specific Functions*** Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.* Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.* Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.* Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.* Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.* Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.* Document all regulatory logs, including but not limited to decontamination log, rejection log, Temperature and humidity log, and correcting report log.* Participate in all laboratory compliance activities, including but not limited to Instruments or Method Validation, Linearities, inter/intra precision, Instruments to instruments comparison, QC troubleshooting/review, or any other performance study assigned.* Participate in the training or competency of assigned new personnel or students, either undergrad or postgrad.* Become competent in assigned core test systems during the initial period of training and become competent in the remaining test systems that the laboratory may need.**Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:*** Demonstrates clear and effective verbal communication.* Exhibits proficient manual dexterity and fine motor skills for handling laboratory instruments and specimens.* Observes all laboratory safety protocols and maintains a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.* Demonstrates knowledge of hazardous chemical waste management, including: + Proper identification and labeling of hazardous materials. + Appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). + Understanding of hazardous waste characteristics, volume generation limits, and accumulation time limits. + Implementation of spill control and prevention measures. + Accurate recordkeeping and adherence to regulatory compliance. + Safe handling, storage, and inspection of hazardous waste containers.* Maintains a safety-conscious and responsible attitude in all work practices.#LI-CM1The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click for additional information.**Job Status:**Full time**Employee Type:**Staff**Pay Grade:**H11**CORE JOB SUMMARY** The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit to learn more about our points of pride.The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.**Transforming lives**With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility,