Medical Technologist

HiredFirst; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

This Medical Technician role is based at a 383-bed acute care facility in Bradenton, FL — a nine-time "100 Top Hospital" and "100 Top Cardiovascular Hospital" honoree located near the Gulf Coast.

The role involves performing stat and routine lab testing across Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Hematology under supervision, with responsibilities including specimen collection, processing, and referral testing, while maintaining independence in a full lab environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology with formal medical technology training.
• Florida State License as a Medical Technologist required (licensure in all lab areas preferred, minimum 3 areas).
• Nationally recognized Medical Technologist certification (ASCP preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Medical Technician in a hospital laboratory preferred.
• Blood Bank experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform stat and routine clinical laboratory testing across Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Hematology.
• Handle specimen collection, processing, and referral testing.
• Work independently and cover all areas of the lab under supervision.

Skills

Florida State License as Medical Techn

ASCP certification

3+ years hospital lab experience

Blood Bank experience

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

This Medical Technician role is based at a 383-bed acute care facility in Bradenton, FL — a nine-time "100 Top Hospital" and "100 Top Cardiovascular Hospital" honoree located near the Gulf Coast.

The role. Working under the direction of a laboratory supervisor, manager, or director, the Medical Technician performs both stat and routine clinical laboratory testing across Blood Bank, Chemistry, and Hematology. The position requires applying theoretical concepts of laboratory medicine with independent judgment to ensure timely, accurate results. The technician also handles non-technical responsibilities such as specimen collection, processing, and referral testing, and must be comfortable working independently and covering all areas of the lab.

What we're looking for.

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology with formal medical technology training required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Florida State License as a Medical Technologist required; licensure in all areas of the lab preferred, minimum of 3 areas required
• Nationally recognized Medical Technologist certification (ASCP preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Medical Technician in a hospital laboratory preferred
• Blood Bank experience preferred