Medical Technologist Microbiology Variable Shift
Medical Technologist Microbiology Variable Shift
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$ 52 - 84
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Job Description
Lighthouse Lab Services is excited to represent a hospital near Gainesville FL seeking a Medical Technologist (MLS) or Medical Lab Technician (MLT) to join their Microbiology Department. This position offers a variable shift schedule and is ideal for candidates with expertise in bacteriology mycology virology and molecular diagnostics.
Position Overview:
- Perform microbiological testing and analysis including culture setup organism identification antimicrobial susceptibility testing and molecular diagnostics.
- Process various specimen types (blood urine respiratory wound and sterile body fluids) according to CLIA CAP and hospital guidelines.
- Utilize automated and manual microbiology methods for pathogen detection.
- Perform and document quality control and instrument maintenance to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Interpret and validate test results investigating discrepancies as needed.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to provide timely and accurate microbiology results for patient care.
- Maintain inventory of reagents media and consumables ensuring proper storage and availability.
- Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and assays to maintain efficiency in workflow.
Candidate Profile:
- Florida Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician license required.
- National certification (ASCP AMT or AAB) highly preferred.
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science Biology Microbiology or a related field as required by CLIA.
- Experience in clinical microbiology including culture reading susceptibility testing and molecular diagnostics is strongly preferred.
- Ability to work variable shifts including nights weekends and holidays as needed.
- Strong analytical skills attention to detail and proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS).
- Comfortable working independently in a fastpaced environment.
Salary/Benefits/Shift:
- $52k$84k DOE
- Variable shift schedule (including nights weekends and holidays as needed)
- Full benefits package 401K Health Vision Dental)
- Retirement benefits
- Paid holidays and vacation
About Us:
Lighthouse Lab Services specializes in clinical laboratory recruitment and consulting. With over 20 years of experience we help place professionals in positions ranging from entrylevel Medical Technologists to Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide for permanent and travel positions with hospitals reference labs and specialty clinics.
Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
