Medical Laboratory Scientist | Blood Bank | Evenings| Part-Time

Overview Achieve professional growth and fulfillment as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist at UF Health Shands Hospital in beautiful Gainesville, Florida where Nature and Culture come together. Our thriving community is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, innovation, cultural energy, and recreation. UF Health is consistently ranked among the nation’s best hospitals and we are committed to excellence in healthcare. We value the knowledge and expertise of our Medical Laboratory Scientists because their work shape patient outcomes every day. Our patients and our people are at the heart of what we do. Discover your future at UF Health. UF Health Experience & Rewards Academic medical center FACT accredited NCI-designated cancer institute Bone Marrow and Solid Organ Transplant Center Accrued PTO and holidays Annual salary reviews Student loan repayment PSLF-eligible employer Tuition reimbursement Competitive healthcare/retirement plans Wellness programs Responsibilities In this role, the medical laboratory scientist/medical technologist must demonstrate a superior level of technical proficiency and problem-solving ability in such following areas: Testing for blood group antigens, compatibility and complex antibody identification Investigating abnormalities such as hemolytic disease of the newborn, hemolytic anemias and adverse responses to transfusion Supporting physicians in transfusion therapy for patients with coagulopathies Providing compatibility testing and antibody titration studies for potential donor/recipients of progenitor cells, bone marrow and solid organ transplants. Performs serologic testing, component preparation and issue, computer documentation of work as well as quality control and preventive maintenance of equipment. Schedule FTE: .50 Shift Hours: Evenings Days of Week: Variable Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent that meets qualifications for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist from the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel. Must meet state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statue 64B3-5.003 Technologist. One (1) year experience in NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory. New hires effective October 1, 2024 must have a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field. Academic equivalent OR academic and work experience combination equivalency acceptable. Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position prior to October 1, 2024 who holds 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/Registration: Must possess either a temporary or current license as a State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the specialty(s) required for the job. Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr