Medical Technologist I — Clinical Lab & POCT Specialist

University of Miami; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Medical Technologist 1 (H) to perform routine and complex analyses on blood and body fluids, review results, and collaborate with physicians and laboratory management to ensure accurate patient data. The role requires an Associate’s degree and a Florida Medical Technologist License, with availability for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Training and support are provided within an academic medical center setting.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Current Florida Medical Technologist License required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cultures of tissue samples.
• Establish and monitor programs that ensure data accuracy.
• Examine slides of bodily fluids using microscope or other relevant equipment.
• Crossmatch blood for transfusions.
• Analyze urine chemistry to identify toxic components and collect and study blood samples to determine morphology.
• Evaluate laboratory reports for accuracy.
• Operate, calibrate, and safeguard laboratory equipment.
• Deliver test results to physicians, researchers, and patients.
• Identify unusual results and take action to correct and resolve problems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Discretion

Evenings/Nights/Weekends

Education

Associate’s degree in a relevant field

Florida Medical Technologist License

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Medical Technologist 1 (H) to perform routine and complex analyses on blood and body fluids, review results, and collaborate with physicians and laboratory management to ensure accurate patient data. The role requires an Associate’s degree and a Florida Medical Technologist License, with availability for evenings, nights, and weekends.

Training and support are provided within an academic medical center setting.