medical laboratory technician

Florida Cancer Specialists•St. Petersburg, FL

20d

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs automated and manual laboratory testing, specimen processing, and result reporting according to established policies and procedures. The role also conducts quality control and quality assurance activities, uses computer applications, maintains and troubleshoots equipment, trains team members, and assists with other duties as assigned. The technician is expected to perform laboratory procedures accurately and precisely, maintain required documentation and supplies, and keep the laboratory clean and compliant with applicable regulatory requirements. The role may require work at any FCS location to meet business needs and overtime when sufficient notice is given.

Requirements

A.A. or A.S. degree.
Current Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license.
National laboratory certification.
At least one year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
Ability to perform technical laboratory procedures accurately and precisely and meet accreditation and regulatory standards.
Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Time-management skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Perform manual and automated laboratory testing in accordance with established guidelines.
Perform quality control and quality assurance activities, including required proficiency testing.
Record laboratory results in the electronic laboratory information system.
Process and prepare specimens for transport.
Operate laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, dry baths, refrigerators, and freezers.
Perform scheduled and as-needed equipment maintenance, clean equipment and work surfaces, maintain laboratory logs, and troubleshoot instrument malfunctions.
Contact instrument service vendors when necessary to address equipment problems.
Maintain adequate laboratory supply inventory and place orders according to established procurement cycles.
Complete test report logs, quality control logs, quality assurance forms, equipment records, and laboratory procedure and training checklists at the required frequency.
Follow safety guidelines and maintain laboratory cleanliness and regulatory compliance.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and employee information and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and FCS policies and procedures.
Maintain the Florida MLT license, national certification, and required continuing education units.
Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
Work at any FCS location as needed and work overtime when given sufficient notice.