Medical Lab Technician

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Ocala, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS), 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. FCS has built a national reputation for excellence since 1984. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments. 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!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A.A./A.S. degree required.
State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license required.
National Laboratory Certification required.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
Must maintain FL MLT license, national certification, and required CEUs.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing automated and manual laboratory testing, specimen processing, and reporting results according to established policies and procedures.
Performing quality control and quality assurance activities.
Navigating various computer applications.
Maintaining equipment to include troubleshooting.
Training other team members.
Assisting with other duties as assigned.
Performing laboratory testing, quality control, quality assurance, analyzer maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Performing manual and automated testing in accordance with established guidelines.
Recording lab results in the electronic laboratory information system.
Processing and preparing specimens for transport.
Operating laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry baths, refrigerators, and freezers.
Performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning lab equipment and work surfaces, maintaining laboratory logs, and performing proficiency testing.
Stocking and ordering lab supplies, as needed.
Performing proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
Ensuring that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, quality assurance forms, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed at the appropriate frequency.
Maintaining adequate inventory of laboratory supplies.
Placing orders according to procurements published ordering cycles.
Performing technical laboratory procedures, to include proficiency testing with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.
Performing instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.
Initiating troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contacting instrument service vendor, if necessary.
Complying with established safety guidelines and maintaining cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
Completing all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
Maintaining and ensuring the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
Complying with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections.
Adhering to all FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
Assisting in training new employees in related job duties.