Medical Technologist 2 (Cytogenetics) - Per-diem

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami is seeking a part-time Medical Technologist - Per Diem to perform microbiological, molecular, and immunological tests on body specimens. You will calibrate equipment, maintain quality controls, and collaborate with clinical investigators to support diagnosis and treatment decisions.

The role requires a Florida Medical Technologist license, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and 2+ years of experience in a clinical lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant field.
• Licensed as Florida Medical Technologist.
• Experience: minimum 2 years in related lab work.
• Knowledge of quality-control and instrument maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Verifies specimen identity and prepares specimens for testing.
• Analyzes results and refers data to pathologists for evaluation.
• Calibrates equipment and maintains inventory.
• Recognizes inconsistencies and assists in problem resolution.
• Administers quality-control tests and records data.
• Assists with orienting and training staff on lab techniques.
• Adheres to policies and safeguards university assets.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Bachelor’s degree in biological, chemical and/or medical sciences

Tools

Office software

Job description

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

• 1. Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
• 2. 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.
• 3. Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials.
• 4. Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.
• 5. Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.
• 6. Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.
• 7. 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.

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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.

Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent

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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.