Medical Technologist Lead Lab-Core Lab, Laboratory, Full Time, Day Shift, Job Id 1713915
Palmetto General Hospital
Hialeah, FL
Position Summary:
To perform all routine technical procedures. To rotate laboratory weekends with section supervisors. To coordinate and facilitate technical activities in the lab. Assist in the daily planning and organization of work activities to achieve maximum efficiency. To organize work priorities during working hours. To judge the adequacy of a submitted specimen and to request another specimen if the original is unsatisfactory. To interrupt testing sequence to perform STAT procedures. To recheck questionable results. To notify the supervisor when the workload demand requires additional personnel. To supervisor work performed in the section when acting as the technologist in charge especially on weekends and holidays. To supervise trainees in bench work activities in the section. To assist in meeting requirements set forth by inspection agencies. Is trained and able to treat patients of all age groups.
Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a professional manner to project a positive image of the laboratory and the hospital. Works with the laboratory staff, nursing staff, medical staff, visitors and patients in a professional manner. Works with manufacturer and sales representatives in a professional manner. Conducts all contacts in a friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner designed to provide good customer service. Answers the telephone in a prompt and courteous manner. Displays concern and provides assistance as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to meeting the expectations of the internal and external customers. Works with customers to identify areas of concern and to recommend appropriate solutions.
Position Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology preferred.
- Minimum of three years' experience as a technologist with demonstrated managerial leadership responsibility and organizational abilities.
- Basic computer skills required.
- Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Current Florida license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology, Blood Bank or all areas (or eligible) is required):
- Microbiology Technologist
- Serology Technologist
- Clinical Chemistry Technologist
- Hematology Technologist
- Immunohematology Technologist
- Supervisor Technologist License
- Current Florida license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Microbiology, Blood Bank or all areas (or eligible) is required):
Communication Skills:
- Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.
Must clear background and drug test required.