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Medical Lab Technologist
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What they do
A Clinical Laboratory Scientist analyzes samples of body fluids, tissues, and other substances for diagnostic and research purposes within a medical laboratory or healthcare facility. Perform complex chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests. Looks for bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, tests for drug levels in the blood to show how a patient is responding to treatment.
$74,030 / year median in Florida
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day Shift Description:
$10,000 Sign on Bonus Modified Full Time position- Prepares and uses proper controls and/or standards for all tests performed. Records data and follows specified guidelines dealing with course of action for out of range results.
- Correlates data (clerical or technical) and monitors test results for reasonableness. Detects discrepancies and takes appropriate action.
- Performs and documents scheduled and unscheduled equipment maintenance within expected time frame.
- Recognizes and troubleshoots most equipment malfunctions without assistance, using control/patient results and equipment performance as a guide.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in one of the biologic, chemical or physical sciences.
- Minimum of three years experience as a Medical Technologist.
LICENSURE
- Must be a licensed Medical Technologist in more than one Clinical area by the state of Florida.
- If working night shift must be licensed in all areas.
- National certification preferred i.