Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Fort Myers, FL

1h•Onsite

About The Position

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance. A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients. Come join us today! Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 6 am to 2:30 pm

Requirements

Education: A.A. or A.S. degree and Technician License in state of required.
Minimum of two years experience in the healthcare field, preferably in a clinical setting is required.

Nice To Haves

National lab certification preferred.
BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, phlebotomy, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
Serves as technical resource to Medical Assistants.
May assist physicians with medical procedures in office.
Responsible for performing proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
Ensure that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed on the correct time schedule. Will be responsible to ensure this is performed in assigned lab.
Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place order with purchasing as needed.
Perform technical laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.
Will follow the Company’s patient I.D. policy and procedure with every patient encounter.
Perform instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.
Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contacts instrument service company if necessary.
Draw blood for lab work. Prepare slides for evaluation.
Obtain vital signs, height, and weight of patient as requested by physician and document in the patient’s EMR.
Place patient in exam room and prepare for physician in a timely manner.
Receive lab reports via the telephone or fax and document in the patient’s EMR. Notify physician of critical lab results according to guidelines.
Documentation: Thorough documentation in the medical record of testing/treatment rendered to patients.
Comply with established safety guidelines and maintains cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
Complete any and all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies. Must be able to perform compliance testing.
Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times.
Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.
Must maintain FL MLT license and required CEUs.
Assist in training new employees to related job duties.
Will be expected to work at any Company location to help meet the Company’s business needs.
Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime.