Microbiology Technologist

HCA Healthcare • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is seeking a Microbiology Technologist to perform clinical microbiology and/or serology testing and support accurate, timely diagnostic results for patient care. The role applies laboratory medicine concepts and independent judgment, and includes specimen handling and referral-testing support. The technologist also contributes to departmental service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, workplace health, and coordination across departments.

The position is described as a 10-hour shift from 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM, with alternating weekends. A Florida Technologist License is required, or the candidate must be able to obtain one during the interview process.

Requirements

• An associate degree in a science.
• A State of Florida Technologist License, or the ability to obtain one during the interview process.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree in Medical Technology.
• Technical specialty in Microbiology with additional experience in Serology/Immunology.
• Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform stat and routine microbiology and/or serology testing.
• Apply theoretical concepts of laboratory medicine using independent judgment to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Receive, process, store, retrieve, and submit samples for referral testing as required.
• Support departmental goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, a healthy work environment, and intra- and interdepartmental integration.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• A 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree