MLS/Medical Technologist II | Core Lab | Full-time | Days at UF Health in Jacksonville, FL

Job description

Overview An Excellent Opportunity to Join a World Class System! As part of the University of Florida, it is a hub for research and advanced medical training It provides extensive specialized services, including cardiovascular services, and emergency care Excellent opportunity for growth Responsibilities In this role the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist will perform the following job duties: 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. Schedule FTE: 1.0 Hours: 6:30am-3:00pm Days: Monday-Friday with rotating weekends Qualifications Education/Training Required: New hires effective October 1, 2022 must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field. Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position 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. Licensure/Certification Required: Medical Technologist License in Florida or eligible for licensure in appropriate area(s). Preferred: National certification ASCP MT or MLS, MT certification ABHI CHS/CHT. Experience Required: One (1) year experience in a MLS NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory