Medical Technologist II Apply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=531483&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 531483 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Biology/Life Science, Allied Health, Veteran's Preference Eligible Department: 29081100 - MD-PATH - UF PATH LABS Classification Title: Medical Technologist II Job Description: Perform laboratory testing of human biological samples for diagnostic purposes using various methodologies. Testing includes, but is not limited to, operation of state-of-the-art automated chemistry, immunoassay, hematology, and coagulation systems and performing various clinical laboratory assays using automated and/or manual methods. Actively participate in the interfacing of automated instrumentation with the laboratory information system (LIS); involved in LIS-associated tasks such as test builds and dictionary maintenance. Participate in the overall maintenance of the laboratory. Purchase supplies, maintain instruments and equipment, and comply with all laboratory policies and procedures. Responsible for all routine documentation associated with the performance of laboratory testing; includes reporting results and all quality control documentation. Participate, with other technologists, in development of tests as defined by the laboratory director. Recommend updates and changes to laboratory procedure manuals. Help Supervisor with staff scheduling, staff monitoring, inventory management, ordering reagents, calibrations, and helping with preventive maintenance of moderate and high complexity testing. Participate in writing and updating standard operating procedures for Core Lab. Proficiency Testing (PT) survey submission, PT evaluation for medical director, and help with investigation as needed. Participate in training of new hires and Medical Technologist students. Expected Salary: Starting salary is between $31.60 - $34.70 per hour Minimum Requirements: Licensed or temporarily licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in one of the specialty areas to which the position is allocated and for which the laboratory is licensed under Chapter 483, Florida Statutes, and two years of appropriate experience. Preferred Qualifications: Licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, and Serology under Chapter 483, Florida Statutes. (MT) Medical Laboratory Technologist/(MLS) Medical Laboratory Scientist MT/MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT) or MT (AAB) in Hematology and Chemistry Coagulation required. Other sub-specialties in addition to Hematology and Chemistry preferred. - Prior Clinical Laboratory experience in the areas of Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, Hematology and Coagulation. - Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and execute laboratory testing. - Ability to use problem solving techniques in the laboratory. - Ability to communicate with other technologists and supervisors. - Ability to collect and analyze data. - Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Special Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not apply. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Health Assessment Required:Yes Advertised: 22 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 15 Nov 2024 Eastern Standard Time