Full-Time
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Lake Butler Hospital
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Alachua, FL, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Requirements
- Associate of Science with licensure as a Medical Laboratory Technologist.
- Bachelor of Science (Bachelor of Science) preferred.
- Experience: 2-4 years in clinical laboratory environment.
- Experience: Greater than 5 years in clinical laboratory environment preferred.
- Skills: Able to learn and retain quickly and precisely, with attention to detail.
- Skills: Able to use laboratory equipment and software; self-directed.
- Knowledge: Knowledge of standard laboratory information and practices.
- Knowledge: Extensive knowledge base attained by experience and during prior employment.
- Abilities: Read, write, and speak to communicate effectively.
Responsibilities
- Obtains and processes blood and/or other specimens from geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and neonatal patients. Logs, accessions, centrifuges, aliquots, and distributes samples to designated areas of the laboratory. Makes determinations as to acceptability of samples and completes appropriate specimen rejection forms when necessary.
- Performs clerical duties such as filing, billing, charge reconciliation, and report distribution. Answers phones and aids hospital staff, clients, and all patients. Maintains accuracy of all reports, records, and maintains test results. Completes test request forms and enters all charge information into the hospital and reference laboratory information systems. Maintains accurate records of all specimens received or sent out of the laboratory.
- Performs as a medical technologist in areas of licensure by testing acceptable specimens to provide accurate and timely results. Understands all instrument functions, calibrations, and quality control needs, as well as troubleshooting. Identifies and confirms abnormal test results. Able to solve problems, work independently, and prioritize/organize workflow.
- Assists in developing, maintaining, and modifying procedures and applications.
- Practices universal precautions and makes proper use of personal protective equipment, while maintaining a clean work area.
- Instructs and mentors fellow employees. Interacts with nursing and health care practitioners. Provides excellent customer service.