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

Job description

Overview
Location: UF Health Jacksonville Hospital
655 8th St W, Jacksonville, FL 32209
Schedule: Variable | 2:30pm-1:00am
Employment Type: Full-Time (4-10's shifts)
An Excellent Opportunity to Join a World Class System!
• As part of the University of Florida, it is a hub for research and advanced medical training
• It provides extensive specialized services, including cardiovascular services, and emergency care
• Excellent opportunity for growth

Join us today!
Responsibilities
In this role the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist will perform the following job duties:
• 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/research new techniques and/or equipment. Instruct students and employees.
• Interact with nursing and health care practitioners.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Qualifications
Education
• New hires effective October 1, 2022 must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field.
• Current employees who were 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 Technologist 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