Medical Technologist 2 (Cytogenetics)
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CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Technologist 2 (H) 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:
Bachelors degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Current Florida Medical Technologist License
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
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 Universitys core values.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Qualifications
Education:
Certification and Licensing:
Licensed by the State of Florida as a Clinical Cytogenetics Technologist and/or Molecular Technologist.
Certified by the National Credentialing Agency (NCA) as a Clinical Laboratory Specialist in Cytogenetics (CLSp-CG) and/or Molecular technologist is a plus.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a technologist in Cytogenetics.
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
Job Competencies required
- Displays professional behavior.
- Takes responsibility for professional acts.
- Practices safe work procedures.
- Applies the laws and regulations governing medical laboratory.
- Maintains and improves skills and knowledge.
- Recognizes and shows respect for the patient clients staff and other medical professionals.
- Protects patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Able to assess strengths and weaknesses and to establish goals for self-development.
- Highly competent with all aspects of cytogenetics technologies.
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 Floridas 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. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffRequired Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Laboratory Procedures
- Phlebotomy
- Conflict Management
- Microbiology
- Quality Control
- Laboratory Techniques
- Sales Support
- Toxicology Experience
