Medical Lab Technologist, Full Time (second shift)

Trinity Health • Fort Lauderdale, FL

23h

About The Position

As a Medical Technologist, you will work in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or practice environment. A Lab Technologist works to analyze a variety of biological specimens. Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy and a part of Trinity Health. This is a Modify Full-Time position on the second shift

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in one of the biologic, chemical or physical sciences.
• Minimum of three years experience as a Medical Technologist.
• Must be a licensed Medical Technologist in more than one Clinical area by the state of Florida.
• If working night shift must be licensed in all areas.

Nice To Haves

• National certification preferred i.e. ASCP, HEW, NCA, ASMT, AAB or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures in assigned department.
• Recognizes documents and attempts to eliminate technical problems and organizes work to achieve accurate reproducible results in minimum time.
• Demonstrates competent technical abilities in all assigned procedures.
• Maintains neat, legible and organized written records with minimal clerical/data entry errors, including errors of omission.
• Recognizes problems (to include technical, instrumental, and physiological) during testing, records problem, discusses problem and solution with supervisor.
• Accurately assesses the workload throughout the shift to assure time is properly spent on the highest priority procedures and is able to shift priorities if work flow changes.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area.
• Accurately assesses supply inventory levels and acts to assure that adequate short term and long term needs will be met.
• Special projects (QA studies, procedures updates, etc.) are completed within the agreed upon time period and are done as instructed, requiring minimal modification.
• Effectively supervises routine operation of others as requested by the supervisor.
• Demonstrates good judgement in handling situations not covered by written or verbal instructions.
• Utilizes all appropriate computer functions (both HIS and LIS Systems) in an optimal fashion.
• Actively seeks to be informed regarding computer procedures.
• Technologist with AA/AS works in more than one clinical area (Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, or Phlebotomy Department) at least on shift per month.
• May assume charge duties of the department.
• Maintains knowledge of the quality control and proficiency survey programs.
• Detects and reacts to out-of-range controls and equipment malfunctions.
• Documents all corrective action to ensure accurate and reproducible test results.
• Prepares and uses proper controls and/or standards for all tests performed.
• Records data and follows specified guidelines dealing with course of action for out of range results.
• Correlates data (clerical or technical) and monitors test results for reasonableness.
• Detects discrepancies and takes appropriate action.
• Performs and documents scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance within expected time frame.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots most equipment malfunctions without assistance, using control/patient results and equipment performance as a guide.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance
• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class
• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
• Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level