Medical Technologist

Job Title: Medical Technologist - Hematology Duration: 3+ Months (Possible temp to hire) Location: Deland, FL 32724 Onsite Role Responsibilities: Performs complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease following established laboratory policy and procedures under direct supervision. Evaluates and interprets laboratory test results. Maintains accurate records, laboratory workspace, and laboratory equipment. Performs testing on blood, urine, body fluids, or other specimens according to standard operating procedures in the area assigned with close supervision, training, and instruction. Analyzes lab results to check for accuracy and ensure promptness of test results utilizing theoretical and working knowledge of good laboratory practices Reviews and releases test results into laboratory information system (LIS). Identifies, researches, and follows-up on events, deviations or other issues and concerns with specimens and requisitions using academic clinical knowledge. Consults with supervisor/manager/designee regarding questionable results or deviations from standard laboratory procedures when appropriate. Follows established procedure for reporting urgent results (alert values) Performs and documents all QC maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. Operates, calibrates, and maintains equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis. Participates in required Proficiency Testing programs. Reviews workflow reports and communicates pending work and any other issues to the next shift. Practices infection control, bio-hazardous and safety precautions; keeps work area clean and organized Restocks supplies as needed Participates in quality improvement programs Education/Experience: 0 to 2 years’ experience - required Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, biological sciences, or related field - required Current State of Florida license as a technologist in the related specialty - required Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft office - required Six (6) years plus experience is required to work un-supervised - required Certified by a professional laboratory certifying agency (i.e. ASCP, AMT) Analyzers that candidates should have experience ADVIA 2120 and Sysmex XN-9100 is plus #J-18808-Ljbffr