Staff Position

Level II - Medical Technologist
UHealth Tower
Miami, FL
5x8 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$16-22/hour
Posted 7 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Facility Information
    Not-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution553 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$16-22/hour
  • Sign-On bonus
    $10,000

Benefits

  • Holiday Pay
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Benefits start day 1
  • Continuing Education
  • Sign-On bonus

Qualifications

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  • Eligible to work in US

Description

The Department of Pathology - Blood Bank is currently seeking a full time Medical Technologist 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Medical Technologist 2 performs microbiological, molecular biological and immunological tests on body specimens to provide data for use in treatment and diagnosis of disease. Moreover, the incumbent facilitates quality assurance and instrument maintenance.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Verifies identification of specimen with physicians’ orders, prepares specimens for testing, and handles all specimens in a safe and careful manner.
• Analyzes results of testing and interprets abnormal or unusual results.
• Researches and prepares all pertinent patient data and refers all data and testing results to pathologists for evaluation and sign-out.
• Calibrates equipment, orders supplies, and maintains inventory of relevant forms and materials.
• Recognizes test inconsistencies and takes appropriate corrective action while supporting laboratory co-workers in resolution of similar problems.
• Administers quality-control tests, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data recording.
• Assists with orienting and training employees on laboratory techniques and operations.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:
Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Department Specific Functions
• Performs routine pretransfusion testing and antibody identification procedures.
• Produces reliable and accurate Blood Bank test results in the appropriate turnaround time.
• Prepares blood components such as thawed fresh frozen plasma and cryoprecipitate.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan and prioritize workload and complete orders in a logical manner.
• Responsible for checking and finalizing all pending work before the end of the shift.
• Accurately performs, reports, and evaluates results of quality control testing and equipment maintenance tasks.
• Operates Blood Bank equipment and instrumentation including troubleshooting during failures and coordinating service for repair.
• Maintains adequate inventory supply levels while minimizing reagent and blood product wastage.
• Participates in the proficiency testing program.
• Reconciles packing slips with quantity ordered/received and resolves discrepancies.
• Assists in the maintenance of hardware by changing paper, labels and/or printer ribbons as necessary.
• Adheres to all Administration, Environmental of Care, CHP, Safety, Infection Control and Laboratory policies and procedures.
• Completes projects assigned by Supervisor/Manager.

Department Specific Qualifications

Certification and Licensing:
Possession of current Florida State Medical Technologist License in Immunohematology.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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Gia Del Valle
University of Miami Job ID #R100074752.

Facility

UHealth Tower

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UHealth Tower
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  • Not-For-Profit Hospital
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • Teaching Institution
  • 553 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS1400 NW 12th AveMiami, FL 33136
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Employer

University of Miami

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About
The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.
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