Medical Technologist 2 - Full-time, Miami, FL - Blood Bank Operations

Medical Technologist 2

The UHealth Laboratories - Blood Bank Department is currently seeking a full time Medical Technologist 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Medical Technologist 2 performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Moreover, the incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance.

Core Job Functions

• Verifies identification of specimen with physicians' orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
• Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.
• Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials. Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.
• Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording. Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing: Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Addendum

Department Specific Functions

• Performs routine pretransfusion testing and antibody identification procedures.
• Produces reliable and accurate Blood Bank test results in the appropriate turnaround time.
• Prepares blood components such as thawed fresh frozen plasma and cryoprecipitate.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan and prioritize workload and complete orders in a logical manner.
• Responsible for checking and finalizing all pending work before the end of the shift.
• Accurately performs, reports, and evaluates results of quality control testing and equipment maintenance tasks.
• Operates Blood Bank equipment and instrumentation including troubleshooting during failures and coordinating service for repair.
• Maintains adequate inventory supply levels while minimizing reagent and blood product wastage.
• Participates in the proficiency testing program.
• Reconciles packing slips with quantity ordered/received and resolves discrepancies.
• Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels and/or printer ribbons as necessary.
• Adheres to all Administration, Environmental of Care, CHP, Safety, Infection Control and Laboratory policies and procedures.
• Completes projects assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Department Specific Qualifications

Certification and Licensing: Possession of current Florida State Medical Technologist License in Immunohematology.