Job Information
AdventHealth Medical Laboratory Technician FT Days License Pending in Tavares, Florida
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits and Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full Time
Shift : Days - 36-hour position, days 6:00am - 6:30pm, Tues, Fri, and every other weekend.
The community you’ll be caring for: 1000 WATERMAN WAY, Tavares, 32778
The role you’ll contribute: The Laboratory Technician LP is responsible for laboratory support procedures, including processing of all laboratory specimens in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Maintains accurate laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the laboratory. Acquires state licensure and or/national certification within 120 days of hire.
The value you’ll bring to the team
Reads, examines, and interprets complex test results
Serves as a resource and addresses complex tests/procedures• Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting practices
Performs quality control and quality assurance testing• Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned
Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities
Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies
Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients
Recognizes that the attainment of knowledge is every employee's responsibility & accepts accountability for staying current on all written or electronic communication
Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete
initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment
Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area
Performs other duties as assigned.
Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned
Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities
Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents
Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, etc.
Ability and willingness to adapt to change
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals
Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
Eligible for state licensure as a Medical Laboratory Technician or equivalent term for assigned work area based on the state regulatory agencies.
Eligible for national certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician or equivalent as required by respective state.
Appropriate state licensure and or national certification if required to be obtained within 120 days of hire.
Associates degree in related field
One year of clinical lab experience or completion of a clinical internship in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent program.
Bachelor's Degree in related sciences with appropriate state licensure if required or appropriate national certification.
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Laboratory
Organization: AdventHealth Waterman
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24025421
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.