Medical Laboratory Technologist (Medical Laboratory Scientist)

Giacare Inc • Valparaiso, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

GiaCare Inc. is seeking an experienced civilian Medical Laboratory Technologist (Medical Laboratory Scientist) to support the 96th Medical Group at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. This on-site role supports military healthcare by providing accurate and timely diagnostic testing in a laboratory operating 24/7. The position is open to U.S. citizens and includes scheduled 12-hour shifts, generally following a Panama schedule, with weekday, weekend, and federal holiday coverage. Day/night rotation and schedule adjustments may be required based on department needs. Initial training generally takes place Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is no on-call requirement.

The technologist performs testing across assigned laboratory sections and contributes to specimen processing, quality assurance, instrument upkeep, documentation, and laboratory safety. Assigned sections may include chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, serology, blood transfusion services, and point-of-care testing. Compensation includes a night differential of $3.00 per qualifying hour and a weekend differential of $2.00 per qualifying hour. Employees may be eligible to earn a quarterly performance bonus of up to $5,000, contingent on meeting established objectives and program requirements.

Requirements

• Meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher plus completion of an eligible medical technology clinical practice program; a bachelor's degree with specified science and mathematics coursework plus two years of qualifying post-certification clinical laboratory experience within the last 10 years as an ASCP- or AMT-certified Medical Laboratory Technician; or a bachelor's degree with the specified coursework plus five years of qualifying clinical laboratory experience within the last 10 years.
• For applicable education pathways, clinical practice programs completed after 1974 must have been accredited by NAACLS, CAAHEP/formerly CAHEA, or ABHES.
• Experience-based education pathways require moderate- and/or high-complexity testing experience in the disciplines specified by the contract, or categorical experience matching categorical certification.
• Current Medical Laboratory Scientist certification or equivalent through ASCP or AMT.
• At least 12 months of relevant experience within the past 24 months.
• Current healthcare provider BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; certification earned solely through computer-based training does not qualify.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to satisfy credentialing, occupational health, background investigation, and installation access requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing across assigned sections, which may include chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, serology, blood transfusion services, and point-of-care testing.
• Assess specimen suitability, prepare samples, and prioritize STAT, inpatient, preoperative, and outpatient testing.
• Evaluate results, recognize abnormal findings, troubleshoot testing issues, and promptly communicate critical values.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments; perform quality control checks and document corrective actions.
• Support specimen collection, phlebotomy, processing, and reference laboratory shipments as assigned.
• Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments, inspection preparation, and staff training.
• Perform transfusion services procedures when trained and assigned.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow laboratory safety and infection prevention procedures.

Benefits

• Night differential: additional $3.00 per qualifying hour.
• Weekend differential: additional $2.00 per qualifying hour.
• Opportunity to earn a quarterly performance bonus of up to $5,000, contingent upon meeting established quarterly objectives and program requirements.
• 120 hours of annual paid time off.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) plan, non-matching.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time