Medical Laboratory Scientist III

Tampa General Hospital; Brooksville (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist III in Brooksville, OK. The role requires performing various laboratory procedures, ensuring quality control, and managing lab resources. Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or a Bachelor's in Biology or Chemistry, alongside certification from ASCP or AMT. Licensed in all 5 specialties is essential. This role is critical to maintain lab standards and integrity in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Biology or Chemistry.
• Clinical Lab Technologist license is required.
• Certification from ASCP or AMT is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures within scope and established protocols.
• Manage quality control and evaluate test results appropriately.
• Notify supervisors of supply shortages and maintain sufficient inventory.

Skills

Quality control techniques

Independent work

Calibrations and maintenance

Computer systems proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Technology or Bachelor's in Biology or Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Health Information Systems (HIS)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist III (250004AW)

Performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties, as required to meet workload demands. coordinating lab resources as outlined below. Precisely and accurately performs and evaluates a variety of technical procedures. Utilizes accepted quality control techniques by manual, semi-automated, or automated methodologies and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Perform work according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently in all areas covered by the FL license.
• Perform quality control for all tests, evaluate results, and take corrective action as necessary before reporting patient results.
• Assess specimen integrity for appropriateness of ordered tests, including issues like QNS, hemolysis, and clotting.
• Ensure procedures, methodologies, and patient results correlate with age-specific criteria for geriatrics, adults, pediatrics, and neonates.
• Repeat and report all panic/critical test results to a licensed caregiver within 5 minutes of completion.
• Perform calibrations and maintenance as required by instrument manufacturers, CLIA, and TJC.
• Complete proficiency testing samples within the requested timeframe.
• Demonstrate competency in using the LIS and HIS computer systems.
• Ensure adequate supplies are available and promptly notify the supervisor when supplies are low.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Medical Technology or Bachelors Biology or Chemistry

License

Clinical Lab Technologist

Certification

American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)

Work Experience

Licensed in all 5 specialties: Microbiology, Serology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology