MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST III - 64056257

State of Florida • Miami Beach, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This is independent professional work conducting complex medical laboratory tests following established protocol and procedures.

Performs Amplified Gonorrhea-Chlamydia (GC-CT) testing using molecular methodology. This includes specimen accessioning and processing, reagent preparation, testing, data review, reporting, and instrument operation/maintenance, according to established procedures.

Performs screening and confirmatory testing for Syphilis Serology, and reports results.

Performs testing and reports results in Hepatitis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) departments.

Assists in the Microbiology and Parasitology departments.

Prepares and discards daily medical waste following Bureau of Laboratories Biowaste protocol. Attend staff meetings and required training. Always follows Bureau of Public Health Laboratories and Department of Health safety guidelines.

Performs other lab-related duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques & equipment used in lab testing and analysis.
• Skill in the use of lab equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Medical Technologist or Public Health Licensure

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science

Responsibilities

• Performs Amplified Gonorrhea-Chlamydia (GC-CT) testing using molecular methodology. This includes specimen accessioning and processing, reagent preparation, testing, data review, reporting, and instrument operation/maintenance, according to established procedures.
• Performs screening and confirmatory testing for Syphilis Serology, and reports results.
• Performs testing and reports results in Hepatitis and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) departments.
• Assists in the Microbiology and Parasitology departments.
• Prepares and discards daily medical waste following Bureau of Laboratories Biowaste protocol. Attend staff meetings and required training. Always follows Bureau of Public Health Laboratories and Department of Health safety guidelines.
• Performs other lab-related duties as required.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed