Medical Technologist

Physicians' Primary Care of Southwest Florida; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurances

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

CE courses with Relias

Job summary

Physicians' Primary Care of Southwest Florida in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform professional laboratory work and run tests on patient specimens for diagnosis in a clinic setting.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in a health-related or scientific field, Florida state license and ASCP certification, and at least 1 year of clinical lab experience; strong attention to quality, safety, and teamwork is essential. On-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine and STAT tests.
• Understanding of quality control and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and patients.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assists the clinic physician in diagnosing by performing in-house tests and reporting results.
• Labels specimens correctly and reports STAT and critical results promptly.
• Maintains lab supplies and equipment for accuracy and efficiency.
• Keeps the laboratory clean and compliant with OSHA/CLIA standards.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Quality control

Communication

Teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor of Science in health-related or scientific field

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology preferred

Job description

Job Title: Medical Technologist

General Summary of Duties: The Medical Technologist performs professional laboratory work following established clinic procedures and performs laboratory tests on patient specimens for medical diagnosis.

Supervision Received: Reports directly to Laboratory Technical Supervisor.

Typical Physical Demands: Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Frequent walking, sitting, bending, and standing required for extended periods of time. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires visual acuity and normal color perception.

Typical Working Conditions: May have exposure to communicable diseases, biohazard substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to medical environment.

Examples of Duties: (This may not include all of the duties assigned.)

• Assists the clinic physician in making a medical diagnosis by accurately performing and reporting all in-house laboratory testing procedures.
• Identifies and labels specimens correctly.
• Reports STAT and critical results to the provider or MA.
• Enhances the efficiency and accuracy of lab testing by maintaining adequate laboratory supplies, by keeping equipment in operational condition and by maintaining a clean and orderly laboratory work area.
• Assists in the preparation of monthly statistical reports for analyzer QC.
• Communicates effectively with office staff
• Maintains quality assurance of the Laboratory by performing proficiency testing.
• Enhances professional growth and development though in-service meetings and education programs.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professional conduct in the presence of our customers.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and CLIA standards and any other regulations or guidelines for the clinical setting.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with HIPAA.
• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
• Performs related work as required

Performance Requirements

Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine and stat blood and urine tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with laboratory staff. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and medical staff. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to communicate clearly in writing or verbally. Able to effectively communicate through the telephone system when reporting critical results.

Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in a health-related or scientific field is required; a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology is preferred.

Experience: One year experience as a clinical Medical Technologist is required; two years experience is preferred.

Skills: The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.

License: Must hold a Florida State License as well as, be certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathologists.

• This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

PPC Offers

• Over 30 years of serving our Southwest Florida community
• Award-winning physicians
• Ability to advance and grow within our organization
• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances
• 401(k) with company match
• Free financial advising
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Uniform allowances at hire and each anniversary
• Company paid CE courses with Relias
• Reimbursement for position required certifications and/or license
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Resource Assistance Program (ERAP)
• Discounted legal and document services
• Milestone gifts
• Employee appreciation events and gifts

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