Job detail

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist | Blood Bank | Nights | Full-Time

UF Health

#Problem Solving #Quality Control #Preventive Maintenance #State Licensure #Medical Laboratory Scientist #Technical Proficiency #Compatibility Testing #Blood Bank

Quick overview

The Medical Laboratory Scientist will demonstrate technical proficiency in blood testing and support physicians in transfusion therapy. Responsibilities also include performing serologic testing, quality control, and preventive maintenance of equipment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent and meet state licensure requirements. One year of experience in a hospital laboratory or an NAACLS approved program is also required.

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Job description

Overview

Achieve professional growth and fulfillment as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist at UF Health Shands Hospital in beautiful Gainesville, Florida where Nature and Culture come together.
Our thriving community is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, innovation, cultural energy, and recreation.
UF Health is consistently ranked among the nation’s best hospitals and we are committed to excellence in healthcare.
We value the knowledge and expertise of our Medical Laboratory Scientists because their work shape patient outcomes every day.
Our patients and our people are at the heart of what we do.
Discover your future at UF Health.
UF Health Experience & Rewards: Academic medical center FACT accredited NCI-designated cancer institute Bone Marrow and Solid Organ Transplant Center Accrued PTO and holidays Annual salary reviews Student loan repayment PSLF-eligible employer Tuition reimbursement Competitive healthcare/retirement plans Wellness programs

Responsibilities

In this role, the medical laboratory scientist/medical technologist must demonstrate a superior level of technical proficiency and problem-solving ability in such following areas: Testing for blood group antigens, compatibility and complex antibody identification Investigating abnormalities such as hemolytic disease of the newborn, hemolytic anemias and adverse responses to transfusion Supporting physicians in transfusion therapy for patients with coagulopathies Providing compatibility testing and antibody titration studies for potential donor/recipients of progenitor cells, bone marrow and solid organ transplants. Performs serologic testing, component preparation and issue, computer documentation of work as well as quality control and preventive maintenance of equipment. Schedule FTE: 1.0 Shift Hours: Nights Days of Week: Variable

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent that meets qualifications for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist from the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel. Must meet state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statue 64B3-5.003 Technologist. One (1) year experience in NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory. New hires effective October 1, 2024 must have a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field. Academic equivalent OR academic and work experience combination equivalency acceptable. Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position prior to October 1, 2024 who holds 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.