Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Hematology

Labcorp•Tampa, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to join its team in Tampa, Florida. The technologist performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, evaluates specimens, operates and troubleshoots instruments, and reports accurate, timely results to support quality patient care. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The role also includes reagent and control evaluation, preventive maintenance and quality control documentation, maintaining bench supplies, and assisting with specimen processing as needed. The technologist is expected to follow departmental standard operating procedures, maintain a safe work environment, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology; qualifying non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards may satisfy the education requirement.
Hematology MT State License.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Proficiency with computers and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 months of clinical laboratory testing experience.
ASCP or AMT certification.
Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Make technical decisions related to testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as needed.
Assist with specimen processing when needed.
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.