Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Per Diem - Flex - MRHS
Memorial Healthcare System
Summary
Memorial laboratory professionals understand that every specimen and every report are informing diagnosis, treatment and care. We never lose sight of the patient and family who are on the other end of that data, and are depending on us for timely and accurate results. We aspire to the Five Rights of Laboratory Testing: performing the right test on the right patient at the right time for the right indicators leading to the right diagnostic decision.
Job description
Summary
The per diem Clinical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing, evaluating, and reporting of technical laboratory procedures on patient specimens for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows established procedures to ensure laboratory quality control and compliance with professional standards of practice.
Looking for someone who can work a flex schedule, but the schedule will mostly consist of day shifts. Someone with Generalist experience, highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
- Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
- Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
- Effectively manages resources such as productivity, supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Reports test results in a timely manner according to established laboratory protocols.
Competencies
Accountability, accuracy & quality, analysis and decision making, clinical policies and standards, customer service, equipment maintenance - lab, responding to change, specimen handling, accessioning, and processing, standards of behavior.
Education and Certification Requirements
Associates (Required). Clinical Lab Technologist License (TN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL).
Additional Job Information
Complexity of Work: Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Ability to effectively relate and communicate with internal and external customers. Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems. Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Work Experience: Minimum one (1) year experience required.
Shift
Days
Requirements
- Associate degree required
- Clinical Lab Technologist License - State of Florida required
- Minimum one (1) year experience required
- Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and instrumentation
- Basic knowledge of laboratory information systems
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective communication skills
- Decisive judgment
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work in a stressful environment
- Generalist experience highly preferred
Benefits
- Veteran's Preference
Company overview
Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in the United States, headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Founded in 1953, the organization operates six major hospitals including Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Hospital Pembroke, and the renowned Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital. With approximately 17,000 employees, Memorial Healthcare System provides a comprehensive continuum of care ranging from primary care services to advanced tertiary and quaternary programs such as adult and pediatric cardiac transplant, bone marrow transplant, trauma care, and intensive care services. The system has earned numerous prestigious awards including recognition as a Florida Cancer Center of Excellence, U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation, and Great Place to Work certification. Memorial Healthcare System is committed to delivering patient-centered care through innovative medical services including cancer care, cardiac and vascular services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and women's health services, while maintaining a strong focus on community outreach and medical education programs.