Medical Technologist - Microbiology - Gulf Coast Medical Center

Location: Gulf Coast Medical Center -13681 Doctor's Way Fort Myers FL 33912

Department: Lab - Microbiology

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 6:30:00PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $27.48 - $34.36 / hour

Are you a skilled Medical Technologist looking for new opportunities to grow and thrive in your career? Lee Health is currently seeking passionate professionals to join our dynamic Microbiology team. If you're ready to make a difference in patient care and work in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Now offering up to $20,400 in HIRING INCENTIVES for eligible candidates!

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

1. Cutting-Edge Facility: Join us in our state-of-the-art laboratory equipped with the latest technology.
2. Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative team dedicated to excellence in patient care.
3. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.
4. Beautiful Location: Enjoy the sunshine and warmth of Florida's Gulf Coast in picturesque Lee County.

Your Role:

As a Medical Technologist with Lee Health, you'll play a vital role in our healthcare system. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing clinical laboratory testing accurately and efficiently for all patient types.
• Conducting a variety of tests, from waived to high complexity, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Participating in quality control and equipment maintenance activities to uphold our standards.
• Prioritizing workload effectively to meet the needs of patients and colleagues.
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrating exceptional customer service skills with patients, staff, and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in laboratory technology, chemical, or biological sciences.
• Experience: Completion of an accredited clinical laboratory technologist training program.
• Licensure: Medical Technologist License in the State of Florida.

Take the next step in your career with Lee Health, where your skills and passion for healthcare will be valued and rewarded. Apply today to embark on an exciting journey with us!

Schedule a call today with a Lee Health Recruiter: Scheduling Link!

Summary

Responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing for all patient types in a timely, efficient and accurate manner. Performs waived, moderate and high complexity tests in accordance with state, federal and other regulatory requirements. Completes equipment maintenance, quality control and quality management activities in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and departmental policies and procedures. Is able to prioritize workload and demonstrate flexibility to meet customer and departmental needs. Actively participates in process improvement to enhance turnaround times and quality of test results utilizing decision making and troubleshooting skills. Effectively communicates and demonstrates good customer service throughout the health system to include nursing staff, physicians, patients, co-workers and other LMHS customers and employees.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained Program of Study Required/
Preferred and/or

Bachelor's

Additional Requirements

Bachelors or Associates degree with concentration in laboratory technology, chemical, or biological sciences.

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required Area of Experience Required/
Preferred and/or

No Experience Required

Additional Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited clinical laboratory technologist training program in accordance with the State of Florida Department of Health, Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel Florida Administrative Code.

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Certifications/Registration Requirements

US:FL:Fort Myers