What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist | Laboratory Administration | Variable Shift position at UF Health?
Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.
The Medical laboratory scientist generalist is responsible for performance of diagnostic procedures in the area for which they are assigned. This position requires an individual who is highly skilled in areas that they are licensed. This individual helps maintain an excellent rapport between Laboratory staff and other hospital departments.
$4000.00 Sign on Bonus eligible: One-Year Commitment
The following sign on premium amounts will be paid in two installments (first half will be paid after the team member has been in the premium eligible position for (90 days) 3 months and second half will be paid after the team member has been in the premium eligible full-time position for (365 days) 1 year
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
- Associates degree in MLT or related field (Required)
- Certificate training program at an approved school for Medical Technician level training leading to state licensure
Licensure/Certification/Registration
- Current Florida License TC - Laboratory Clinical Technician
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
- Previous laboratory experience preferred
This position will be required to work every other Sunday and Saturday rotation.
Responsibilities:
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- Meets attendance policy
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- Leaves bench assigned stocked, communicates clearly with other shift using log/verbal, notes or other appropriate tools.
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- Completes assigned work as scheduled in allotted time frame including Turnaround time, proficiency testing
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- Performs routine patient testing including identification, preparation, specimen collection, handling, processing, testing and reporting including Critical results according to Lab standards.
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- Reports and records timely and correctly including patient, QC, proficiency testing, preventative maintenance records
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- Operation of assigned Lab instruments including reviewing of QC, maintenance and function checks
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- Engages in departmental meetings, PI projects, educational offerings to peers, mentoring/precepting of new team members
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- Attends Staff Meetings, completes all required competencies and mandatory education as assigned.
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- Seeks training, educational, certification and enhancement in area focus/specialty.
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- Demonstrates behavior standards that enhance positive interactions with physicians, peers, patients and family members.
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