Medical Technologist 2 (Cytogenetics) - Per-diem

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami’s Pathology Department invites applications for a Medical Technologist - Per Diem. The role conducts microbiological, molecular biological, and immunological tests to support treatment and diagnosis, with focus on QA and instrument maintenance.

Qualified candidates hold a Florida Medical Technologist license, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and at least 2 years of experience; Cytogenetics/Molecular Technologist certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, and/or medical sciences.
• Licensed by the State of Florida as a Medical Technologist.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Certified Cytogenetics or Molecular Technologist credentials are a plus.
• Strong learning agility and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Verify specimen IDs, prepare samples for testing and handle all specimens safely.
• Analyze results and refer data to pathologists for sign-out.
• Calibrate equipment, order supplies and maintain inventory.
• Administer quality-control tests and document data.
• Assist with training staff on laboratory techniques and operations.
• Adhere to policies and safeguard university assets.

Skills

Learning agility

Teamwork

Technical proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (relevant field)

Bachelor's degree in biological/chemical/medical sciences

Tools

Office software

Job description

The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Technologist

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Technologist - Per Diem performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. The incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance and collaborates with clinical investigators.

CORE JOB 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 required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
• Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida Medical Technologist license required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholder

Department Specific Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in biological, chemical and/or medical sciences from an accredited college or university or an equivalent to the above degree.
• Certification and Licensing: Licensed by the State of Florida as a Clinical Cytogenetics Technologist and/or Molecular Technologist.
• Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) and/or Molecular technologist is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a technologist in Cytogenetics.

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

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. 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. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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

Job Status:Part timeEmployee Type:Temporary-Intermittent