Medical Lab Technician II

Description -External

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: (Customizable depending on job. 3-5 bullets preferred)

• - Benefits from Day One
• - Paid Days Off from Day One
• - Student Loan Repayment Program
• - Career Development

- 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 : NIGHTS

Location: 1500 SW 1 st Ave Ocala, Florida 34471

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Ocala

• Horse Capital of the World - Home to the World Equestrian Center

• Affordable cost of living

• Destination for outdoor enthusiast (golf, kayaking, horseback riding, nature trails)

• Vibrant downtown area with award winning establishments

• Family friendly with many parks and recreations

• Driving distance to Gainesville, St. Augustine, Orlando, Tampa, Sarasota

• Part of the community since 1898, providing healthcare to Marion County for over 120 years

• AdventHealth Hospital Ocala offers a broad spectrum of services, with programs that are nationally recognized and accredited

• Spectacular springs throughout the county

The role you'll contribute:

2/28/22 The Medical Laboratory Technician II performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. The position requires the exercise of independent judgment under general supervision. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and/or receptionist duties. Continually maintains workspaces in a neat, organized manner, and is properly supplied; properly stores and safeguards documentation and paperwork
  • Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking; specimen collection; 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 hospital procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as hospital policies
  • Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with hospital procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients
  • Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and supports education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested
  • Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities, including evaluation of new equipment and/or procedures or methods
  • Adheres to the hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times

2/28/22

Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent term OR 2 years post-secondary
education with a concentration in the aforementioned subject matters, Chemical Science or Biologic Science or
related field
• Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
• Medical Laboratory Technician

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