Medical Technologist 2

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami in Miami, FL is seeking a Medical Technologist 2 (H) to perform microbiology, molecular biology, and immunology tests on patient specimens. You will support QA, instrument maintenance, and data reporting to pathologists for evaluation.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree, Florida Medical Technologist license, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Evening/Night/Weekend shifts may be required; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Florida Medical Technologist License is required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Verify specimen identification and prepare specimens for testing.
• Analyze results and interpret abnormal findings.
• Refer data and results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Calibrate equipment and maintain instrument inventory.
• Perform quality-control testing and document results.
• Orient and train staff on laboratory techniques and operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion

Flexibility

Collaboration

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

SUMMARY

The Medical Technologist 2 (H) performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Moreover, the incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance.

FUNCTIONS

• Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
• Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.
• Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials.
• Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.
• Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.
• Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Certification and Licensing: Current Florida Medical Technologist License
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

• Follows all safety precautions and regulatory rules to safeguard patient confidentiality.
• Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and verification; as applicable.
• Performs and verifies quality-control testing, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.
• Perform High Complexity Tests adhering to approved Standard Operating Procedures as follows:
  • Molecular / Histocompatibility Area: Infectious Disease Testing by PCR using Ingenious / Elitech, Roche / Cobas Ampliprep and Real Time PCR instruments (7500)
  • HLA typing by Sequence Specific Primer Technique (QuantStudio) and Sequence Specific OligoProbe (Luminex)
  • High Resolution HLA Typing, APOL1 and Gene Rearrangement Assays by Next Generation Sequencing.
• Immunology / Histocompatibility Area:
  • Red Blood Cell Typing (ABO/Rh & A/AB Subtyping Flow Cytometry Technique for Immunophenotyping and Cell Activation Panels.
  • Lymphocyte Crossmatch by Flow Cytometry and Complement Dependent Cytotoxicity Assay.
  • Solid Phase platform for HLA Antibody Detection and Identification and Complement fixing Antibodies (Luminex).
  • Luminex Panel for Human Cytokine Level Quantification.
• Core & Serology Area: Manual & Automated ELISA based assays for Infectious Disease Antibody & Antigen detection and / or quantification.
• Other Hematology & Microbiology Procedures: Uses Specific Test– Analysis Software for raw data analysis and assigns the results accordingly.
• When results are not within laboratory’s acceptable criteria; identify problem(s) that might adversely affect test performance and determine cause of errors.
• Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Reports all results in the current Laboratory System and in UNET, if applicable.
• Place orders and maintains inventory of disposable supplies and reagents, as applicable.
• Meets Turn Around Time (TAT) for all tests assigned.
• Reports Critical Value to the requestor following current IHL Policy, if applicable.
• Performs OnCall Duties in the assigned area / rotation, responding promptly to any Call-Back situation.
• Participates in Proficiency Testing, Instrument Correlation, Method Comparison, and / or Validation Studies, as assigned.
• Meets deadline for these other projects / assignments.
• Assumes lead duties and acts as a resource to staff.
• Orients and trains employees on laboratory techniques and operations, as assigned.
• Obtain 12 Continuing Education Credits in the Histocompatibility Area per year, in addition to those credits required by the State of Florida.

Department Specific Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.
• Certification and Licensing: Florida Medical Technologist License is required.
• Certified Histocompatibility Technologist / Specialist desired.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Eager to study and learn about Histocompatibility Field.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately, follow instructions and attention to details.
• Ability organize and prioritize work assignments under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Ability to work flexible and changing hours during On-Call period and with short notice (notification of work is received one hour in advance).
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.

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Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.