Medical Laboratory Specialist

4 days ago


Orlando, Florida, United States AdventHealth Full time
Join AdventHealth as a Medical Laboratory Technician I

We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Laboratory Technician I to join our team at AdventHealth Orlando. As a Medical Laboratory Technician I, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results, which are essential for diagnosing and treating patients.

About the Role

This is a full-time position working 3 - Night shifts. The Medical Laboratory Technician I will be responsible for performing various laboratory procedures, including analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. You will work closely with our team of medical professionals to ensure that laboratory results are accurate and reliable.

Responsibilities
  • Perform assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, 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
  • Perform 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. Participate in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies
  • Perform post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provide and act on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients
  • Provide orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and Students when assigned. Appropriately document orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students
  • Provide guidance to technicians and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitate workflow when necessary
  • Follow appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrate understanding and adhere 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
  • Participate in, and have knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities
  • Perform various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area
  • Participate in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assist with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assist in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements

Associate's degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or related field or equivalent education and training. In licensure states, Laboratory Licensure in appropriate specialty for the department or location assignment as applicable to the state -OR - In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement

About AdventHealth

AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. We are a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando, is located on a lush tropical campus and offers great benefits with immediate Health Insurance coverage, career growth and advancement potential, and serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America



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