Medical Technologist, Laboratory, PRN - JR162-1

Northwest Florida Community Hospital•Chipley, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is seeking a skilled and dependable PRN Medical Technologist to join our Laboratory team. If you are committed to delivering accurate, timely laboratory results and providing exceptional patient care, we invite you to become part of our dedicated healthcare team. This position offers flexible scheduling to help meet the needs of the department while supporting our mission of providing quality healthcare close to home. The PRN Medical Technologist performs a variety of complex laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Responsibilities include analyzing patient specimens, operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, performing quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. The Medical Technologist works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate and timely laboratory results that support quality patient care.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related laboratory science from an accredited program.
Current Florida Medical Technologist License required.
Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Nice To Haves

ASCP, AMT, or equivalent national certification preferred.
Previous hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing in chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunology, microbiology, blood bank, and urinalysis.
Analyze and verify patient test results for accuracy and reliability.
Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
Perform and document quality control and quality assurance procedures.
Identify abnormal results and promptly communicate critical values according to hospital policy.
Collect, process, and properly handle patient specimens when needed.
Follow established laboratory safety, infection prevention, and biohazard protocols.
Maintain accurate documentation in the laboratory information system (LIS).
Assist with inventory management and ensure adequate laboratory supplies are available.
Participate in proficiency testing and continuing education activities.
Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission, AHCA, OSHA, and all applicable state and federal regulations.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, physicians, and fellow team members.
Perform other duties as assigned.