Medical Technologist II MT- Microbiology
About The Position
Perform STAT and routine moderately and highly complex clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens using manual methods and automated analyzers. Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner. Interact helpfully with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals to coordinate testing, correlate results, and promote understanding of test availability. Participate in operational support activities necessary to maintain and optimize testing capabilities. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.
Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree in Medical Technology, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, or a health-related field.
- Completion of a clinical laboratory training program.
- Applicants with a bachelor's degree in Biology or Chemistry and clinical laboratory training or experience may be considered in the appropriate field of study, such as Microbiology.
- Successful completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist/Technician program.
- Ability to produce accurate results under time constraints, multitask, and work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Good communication skills and ability to work closely with others.
- Ability to accommodate scheduling adjustments, off shifts, holidays, on-call assignments, and weekend work.
- Working knowledge of methods, instrumentation, and testing principles appropriate to assigned work areas, based on departmental competency checklists.
- Ability to use both hands adequately, work with arms above shoulder level, and distinguish colors.
- Ability to work irregular hours, including rotating shifts, evenings, and nights.
- Ability to work around machinery with moving parts, barcode scanner lasers, and clinical instrumentation.
- Ability to tolerate patient contact and work with immunosuppressed patients, including transplant and oncology patients.
- Ability to tolerate occasional chemical vapors from formaldehyde, acids (rarely), bases, and alcohols; exposure to bloodborne pathogens, microbiology and fungal pathogens; and skin contact.
- Florida Clinical Technologist license in chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, immunohematology, histocompatibility, or as specified by the lab.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience relevant to the assigned work area.
- Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Perform STAT and routine moderately and highly complex clinical laboratory testing on biological specimens using manual methods and automated analyzers.
- Report valid and accurate patient results in a timely manner.
- Coordinate testing and correlate results with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals.
- Promote understanding of test availability among clinical colleagues.
- Participate in operational support activities to maintain and optimize testing capabilities.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible dental coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefit plans.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
