Pool Medical Laboratory Scientist II

About the role

Performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties, as required to meet workload demands. Coordinates lab resources as outlined below.

Responsibilities

• Precisely and accurately performs and evaluates a variety of technical procedures.
• Utilizes accepted quality control techniques by manual, semi-automated, or automated methodologies and equipment.
• Perform work according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently in all areas covered by the FL license.
• Perform quality control for all tests, evaluate results, and take corrective action as necessary before reporting patient results.
• Assess specimen integrity for appropriateness of ordered tests, including issues like QNS, hemolysis, and clotting.
• Ensure procedures, methodologies, and patient results correlate with age-specific criteria for geriatrics, adults, pediatrics and neonates.
• Repeat and report all panic/critical test results to a licensed caregiver within 5 minutes of completion.
• Perform calibrations and maintenance as required by instrument manufacturers, CLIA, and TJC.
• Complete proficiency testing samples within the requested timeframe.
• Demonstrate competency in using the LIS and HIS computer systems.
• Ensure adequate supplies are available and promptly notify the supervisor when supplies are low.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology or Bachelor's Degree Biology or Chemistry
• License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State Clinical Lab Technologist Certification American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Must be license in 3 out of 5 primary specialties: Microbiology, Serology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$35.50 per hour

Schedule

Per Diem/Pool Shift Day