MLS/Medical Technologist I | Flagler Hospital Lab | Full-time | Evenings (4-10's shift)

UF Health; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Saint Augustine, Florida, is seeking a Medical Technologist responsible for performing accurate laboratory testing and ensuring conformance to regulatory quality control policies. The role involves documenting critical values and monitoring laboratory procedures.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's Degree in Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Science and must possess a Medical Technologist License in Florida. This position requires a commitment to detail and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum education of Associate's Degree in Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Medical Technologist License in Florida is required.
• Experience in laboratory testing and quality control methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing accurately for diagnosis and treatment.
• Document all critical values and report to Health Care providers.
• Adhere to quality control policies and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Laboratory testing accuracy

Quality control adherence

Problem identification and correction

Technical instruction

Education

Associate's Degree in Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Science

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

Overview

The Medical Technologist performs laboratory testing specific to the assigned section with accurate and timely results. All testing conforms to regulatory requirements with adherence to quality control rules, policies and procedures, as well as the maintenance of equipment. The Medical Technologist is able to identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results. Consistently documents and calls all critical values to a Health Care provider. Follows all safety policies including using appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing with accuracy and precision specific to the assigned section for the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.
• Enter test results in the laboratory information system accurately and promptly. Documents and calls all critical values to a Health Care provider.
• Adheres to the clinical laboratory’s quality control policies in performing, resulting, troubleshooting, and documenting all quality control activities. Issues unable to be resolved are reported promptly to Supervisor, Manager or Director.
• Performs and documents preventative maintenance and troubleshooting records in order to maintain high quality laboratory service.
• Is capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify a supervisor or director.
• Follows and reviews general laboratory, safety, and department policies and procedures.
• Provide instruction and training in theory, technical skills, safety protocols, and laboratory procedures to students and employees.
• Perform proficiency testing on external and internal specimens to adhere to regulatory requirements.
• Monitors equipment and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for continuous operation and reports all deviations to department supervisor.

Schedule

FTE: 1.0
Hours: 2:00pm-12:30am
Days: Variable days with rotating weekends.

Education / Training

• Associate's Degree in Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Science

Preferences

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science

Licensing Requirements

• Medical Technologist License in Florida

Additional Information

• Or eligible for Medical Technologist in Florida.