Medical Technologist II - Lab Leader in Diagnostics

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Medical Technologist II for supervisory work in transfusion services at Jackson Memorial Hospital. The role involves technical supervision of units within microbiology, hematology, chemistry or serology and urinalysis, performing complex tests and ensuring accurate results.

Requires 3–5 years of related experience and an Associate's degree; a Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred. Valid Florida MT license is required; ASCP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• Bachelor's degree in related field is strongly preferred.
• Valid Florida license as a Medical Technologist in area of specialty is required. ASCP Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produces accurate results and outcomes according to age specific standard operating procedures.
• Matches the patient identifying information on specimens with the work document without clerical/data entry errors or omissions.
• Demonstrates the ability to coordinate simultaneous series of procedures with accuracy.
• Consults supervisor for additional assignments and follows them to completion.
• Completes patient and quality control procedures within defined time limits.
• Interprets patient and quality control samples or procedures determining whether they are abnormal or incorrect.
• Notifies supervisor when necessary. Completes routine tasks without direct supervision.
• Oversees and/or performs preventive maintenance and documents corrective actions taken.
• Prioritizes workload in response to STAT requests according to protocol.
• Learns new procedures and assignments within mutually agreed upon time frame.
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of supplies, keeps working supplies stocked.
• Demonstrates infection control practices and teamwork.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organization

Communication

Leadership

Infection control

Technical proficiency

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree strongly preferred

Job description

Jackson Health System in Miami, FL seeks a Medical Technologist II for supervisory work in transfusion services at Jackson Memorial Hospital. The role involves technical supervision of units within microbiology, hematology, chemistry or serology and urinalysis, performing complex tests and ensuring accurate results.

Requires 3–5 years of related experience and an Associate's degree; a Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred. Valid Florida MT license is required; ASCP certification is preferred.