Medical Lab Scientist II

SPECTRAFORCE; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is looking for a Medical Technologist in Jacksonville, FL. The generalist role requires a Bachelor's degree and ASCP certification along with 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience. The position, on a 3rd shift schedule, involves performing complex procedures, monitoring instrumentation, and ensuring accurate test results for quality patient care. Candidates must be detail-oriented and have strong communication skills. Flexibility to work overtime is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures.
• Monitor and troubleshoot instrumentation functionality.
• Report accurate and timely test results.
• Maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing

Problem solving

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Address: - 1 Shircliff Way Jacksonville, FL

Schedule: 3rd shift (3x12) 6pm-6am, Fri, Sat, Sun

Duration: 3 months

ASCP and Florida technologist license is required

Generalist role (Blood bank experience required)

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
• State Medical Technologist license may be required (will be listed in requirement if its needed).
• ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred or required (will be listed in requirement if its required).
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Proficient with computers;
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.