MLS/Medical Technologist II | Core Lab | PRN | Variable

UF Health • Jacksonville, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist will perform a wide range of medical laboratory procedures requiring technical knowledge and skill. They will operate complicated laboratory analyzers to provide critical data for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease. The role involves making independent judgment decisions in the reporting of normal and abnormal test results, performing and analyzing quality control data, and evaluating/researching new techniques and/or equipment. Additionally, the position includes instructing students and employees, interacting with nursing and health care practitioners, and providing excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field (for new hires effective October 1, 2022).
• Current employees hired or transferred prior to October 1, 2022 who hold a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent which meets state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statute 64B3-5.003 Technologist will be grandfathered in.
• One (1) year experience in a MLS NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory.
• Florida Technologist License in appropriate area(s).

Nice To Haves

• National Certification (ASCP)/MT or MLS (ASCP) certification
• MT Certification ABHI CHS/CHT

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of medical laboratory procedures requiring technical knowledge and skill.
• Operate complicated laboratory analyzers to provide critical data for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.
• Make independent judgment decisions in the reporting of normal and abnormal test results.
• Perform and analyze quality control data.
• Evaluate/research new techniques and/or equipment.
• Instruct students and employees.
• Interact with nursing and health care practitioners.
• Provide excellent customer service.

What This Job Offers

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