Medical Technologist 1 at University of Miami, Florida

Medical Technologist 1

The Pathology Department at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for a Medical Technologist 1 at the UTower hospital. SUMMARY Medical Technologist 1 performs and analyzes routine blood, urinalysis, and coagulation procedures, and reviews the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. Additionally, the incumbent collaborates with physicians and laboratory management on patient data.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepares cultures of tissue samples.
• Establishes and monitors programs that ensure data accuracy.
• Examines slides of bodily fluids using microscope or other relevant equipment.
• Crossmatches blood for transfusions.
• Analyzes urine chemically to identify toxic components and collects and studies blood samples to determine morphology.
• Evaluates laboratory reports for accuracy.
• Operates, calibrates, and safeguards laboratory equipment.
• Delivers test results to physicians, researchers, and patients.
• Identifies unusual results and takes appropriate action to make corrections and solve problems.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 Education: Associate's degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing: Possession of current Florida State Medical Technologist License in the area of Immunohematology. Experience: No experience required