Medical Laboratory Technician

at  Florida Cancer Specialists Research Institute

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Minimum education requirement to successfully perform in role (high school diploma or equivalent being the minimum requirement across all positions within FCS).

• A.A./A.S. degree required
• State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license required
• National Laboratory Certification required
• BLS certification preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role:

• Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
• Ensure that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, quality assurance forms, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed at the appropriate frequency.
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place orders according to procurements published ordering cycles.
• Perform technical laboratory procedures, to include proficiency testing with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.
• Perform instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.
• Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service vendor, if necessary.
• Comply with established safety guidelines and maintain cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Complete all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Must maintain FL MLT license, national certification, and required CEUs.
• Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication.
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Will be expected to work at any FCS location to help meet FCS business needs.
• Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, quality assurance, analyzer maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform manual and automated testing in accordance with established guidelines.
• Record lab results in the electronic laboratory information system.
• Process and prepare specimens for transport.
• Operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry baths, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, clean lab equipment and work surfaces, maintain laboratory logs, and perform proficiency testing.
• Stock and order lab supplies, as needed.

Minimum education requirement to successfully perform in role (high school diploma or equivalent being the minimum requirement across all positions within FCS).

• A.A./A.S. degree required
• State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license required
• National Laboratory Certification required
• BLS certification preferre

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role:

• Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
• Ensure that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, quality assurance forms, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed at the appropriate frequency.
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place orders according to procurements published ordering cycles.
• Perform technical laboratory procedures, to include proficiency testing with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.
• Perform instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.
• Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service vendor, if necessary.
• Comply with established safety guidelines and maintain cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Complete all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Must maintain FL MLT license, national certification, and required CEUs.
• Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication.
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Will be expected to work at any FCS location to help meet FCS business needs.
• Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice