MLS/Medical Technologist II | Microbiology/Bacteriology Lab | Full-time | Evenings (4-10's shifts)

About the Role

An excellent opportunity to join a world-class system as part of the University of Florida. This role is within a hub for research and advanced medical training that provides extensive specialized services, including cardiovascular services and emergency care. There are excellent opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of medical laboratory procedures requiring technical knowledge and skill.
• Operate complicated laboratory analyzers to provide critical data for use in the treatment and diagnosis of disease.
• Make independent judgment decisions in the reporting of normal and abnormal test results.
• Perform and analyze quality control data.
• Evaluate and research new techniques and/or equipment.
• Instruct students and employees.
• Interact with nursing and health care practitioners.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Schedule

Full-time (1.0 FTE) with 4-10 hour shifts. Shift hours are 2:30 PM – 1:00 AM on variable days of the week. Location: Jacksonville, FL.

Qualifications

Education

• New hires effective October 1, 2022 must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or a related field.
• Current employees hired or transferred into the position prior to October 1, 2022 who hold a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent which meets state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statute 64B3-5.003 will be grandfathered in.

Experience

• Required: One (1) year working in a MLS NAACLS-approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory.

Licensure/Certifications

• Required: Florida Technologist License in appropriate area(s).
• Preferred: National Certification (ASCP)/MT or MLS (ASCP) certification, MT Certification, ABHI, CHS/CHT.