We are in search of two PRN Lab Technicians, one for day shift and another for night shift.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs routine tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, ensuring validity and accuracy of test results.

 Essential Functions

• Organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling, sorting specimens, and checking specimens’ delivery.
• Maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance.
• Serves as a technical resource by participating in staff training.
• Identifies and communicates abnormal patient conditions by alerting supervisory personnel.
• Identifies the presence or quality of drugs in the patient’s system.
• Provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating chemistry equipment.
• Ensures that patient is receiving compatible blood by completing blood typing, antibody screen, and compatibility testing.
• Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Maintains patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma is required, Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science field or medical technology, required.
• 1-2 years of experience working in a laboratory, required.
• Must possess an ASCP medical lab technician (MLT) certification, required.
• Florida MLT license in Chemistry, Hematology, Serology, preferred.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  

• HiHStronSAbility to work independently and within a team environment.
• Exceptional bedside manner.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and certification for CPR preferred.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including effective communication, both oral and written.
• Ability to prepare and process laboratory samples using established protocols.
• Ability to perform a range of clinical laboratory tests and chemical analyses on biological samples.
• Ability to draw intravenous and peripheral blood.
• Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
• Knowledge of tissue culture procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of sterile procedures.
• Ability to write correspondence and reports.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work such as moving and lifting equipment, standing for long periods of time, etc.
• Work independently, exercise creativity, be highly attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and prioritize scheduling of work.
• Maintain confidentiality of all staff, medical, financial, and/or legal related information.
• Complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner