Medical Technologist MT - Human Cellular Therapy Lab

Mayo Clinic; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 44,675 - 67,034; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking a Medical Technologist for full-time clinical laboratory testing. You will be responsible for performing complex tests on biological specimens, ensuring accurate and timely results.

The ideal candidate will have a Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology and relevant experience in a fast-paced laboratory environment. A Florida license in applicable areas is required. Competitive compensation and benefits include a salary range of $32.43 - $48.66 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in a cellular therapy laboratory, blood bank, or clinical hematology.
• Must have completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician program.
• State of Florida Clinical Technologist license in applicable areas required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens.
• Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner.
• Interact with healthcare professionals to facilitate testing coordination.

Skills

Clinical testing

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology

Completion of accredited clinical laboratory training program

Tools

Automated analyzers

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top‑ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. We work together to put the needs of the patient first, while also dedicating ourselves to our employees by investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to support you and your family now and in the future. With continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Perform STAT and routine moderately and highly complex clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens, using both manual methods and automated analyzers. Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner. Interact with physicians, nurses and other allied health individuals in a manner that facilitates testing coordination, result correlation, and understanding of test availability. Participate in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a cellular therapy laboratory setting, blood bank or clinical hematology setting is preferred. Experience with bone marrow and/or stem cell processing, blood banking, and cell culture is advantageous. Strong organizational skills, problem‑solving capabilities, and proficiency in accurate documentation to meet regulatory standards such as cGMP, cGTP, AABB and FACT are required.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related health field. Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory training program is required. Applicants with a Baccalaureate Degree in Biology or Chemistry who have completed a clinical laboratory training program or have clinical laboratory experience will be considered in the appropriate field of study (e.g., Microbiology). Must have successfully completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician program.

Additional Qualifications

Must be capable of producing accurate results under time constraints, multi‑tasking, and performing in a fast‑paced, changing environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with others are essential. Must accommodate scheduling adjustments, off shifts, holidays, on‑call, and weekend work assignments. One year of experience is preferred. Medical Technologists must have working knowledge of methods, instrumentation, and principles for all testing in the assigned work area. Adequate use of both hands, ability to work with arms above shoulder level, color discrimination, and the ability to work irregular hours, rotating shifts, evenings, and nights are required. Must work around machinery with moving parts, lasers (barcode scanners), and clinical instrumentation. Must tolerate patient contact, immunosuppressed patients, and occasional exposure to chemical vapors and infection hazards, including blood‑borne pathogens, microbiology, and fungal pathogens.

License Or Certifications

State of Florida Clinical Technologist license in the areas of chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, immunohematology, or histocompatibility, or as specified by the lab. Preferred: Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) certification or equivalent.

Schedule and Compensation

Compensation: $32.43 - $48.66 per hour. Schedule: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm with weekend work as needed. Hours/Pay Period: 80.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.