Medical Laboratory Technologist

Tampa General Hospital, Inc.; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. in Arcadia, FL is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties under supervision. The role supports workload demands and collaborates with Medical Laboratory Scientist II or III.

The position emphasizes proficiency testing, use of LIS/HIS systems, documentation of quality control, and timely reporting of results. New grads considered at the Director's discretion.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor's degree in Biology or Chemistry.
• License/Registration issued by Florida or Compact State as Clinical Lab Technologist.
• ASCP or AMT certification.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assess situations from multiple perspectives, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate actions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy with no more than 6 minor errors per year.
• Perform testing within defined turn-around-time parameters for STAT, timed, and routine testing.
• Assist in solving problems encountered by Technicians and Phlebotomists.
• Complete all work during the shift without sacrificing quality of care and leave minimal work for the next shift.
• Notify the Nursing Supervisor and floors of instrument and LIS downtime.
• Document all quality control, calibrations, maintenance, test and order comments, and reagent information accurately and timely.

Education

Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor's Degree Biology

Bachelor's Degree Chemistry

Tools

LIS

HIS

Job description

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Performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties, as required to meet workload demands. Works under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Scientist II or III.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Assess situations from multiple perspectives, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate actions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy with no more than 6 minor errors per year.
• Perform testing within defined turn-around-time parameters for STAT, timed, and routine testing.
• Assist in solving problems encountered by Technicians and Phlebotomists.
• Complete all work during the shift without sacrificing quality of care and leave minimal work for the next shift.
• Notify the Nursing Supervisor and floors of instrument and LIS downtime.
• Document all quality control, calibrations, maintenance, test and order comments, and reagent information accurately and timely.

Requirements

Education

• Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology Or
• Bachelor's Degree Biology Or
• Bachelor's Degree Chemistry

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State

• Clinical Lab Technologist

Certification

• Americal Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or
• American Medical Technologist (AMT)

Work Experience and Additional Information

• Previous experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician
• New graduates accepted at the discretion of the Director

Primary Location: Arcadia

Work Location: TGH Desoto 900 N Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266