Medical Technologist - $16-22 per hour
Company: University of Miami
Location: Hialeah
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
University of Miami is seeking a Medical Technologist for a job
in Miami, Florida.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Medical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Permanent$10,000 Sign-On BonusThe Department
of Surgery- Histo & Immuno has an exciting opportunity for a
Medical Technologist 2. The incumbent 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:Bachelor's / Associate's Degree in relevant
field.Certification and Licensing:Florida Medical Technologist
License is required.Certified Histocompatibility Technologist /
Specialist desired.Experience:Minimum 2 years of relevant
experience.Department Specific FunctionsFollows all safety
precautions and regulatory rules to safeguard patient
confidentiality. Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and
verification; as applicable. Performs and verifies quality-control
testing, according to procedure, and maintains appropriate data
recording. Perform High Complexity Tests adhering to approved
Standard Operating Procedures as follows:Molecular /
Histocompatibility Area:Infectious Disease Testing by PCR using
Ingenious / Elitech, Roche / Cobas Ampliprep and Real Time PCR
instruments (7500)HLA typing by Sequence Specific Primer Technique
(QuantStudio) and Sequence Specific OligoProbe (Luminex)High
Resolution HLA Typing, APOL1 and Gene Rearrangement Assays by Next
Generation Sequencing. Immunology / Histocompatibility Area:Red
Blood Cell Typing (ABO/Rh & A/AB SubtypingFlow Cytometry Technique
for Immunophenotyping and Cell Activation Panels.Lymphocyte
Crossmatch & Endothelial Cells Crossmatch by Flow Cytometry and
Complement Dependent Cytotoxicity AssaySolid Phase platform for HLA
Antibody Detection and Identification and Complement fixing
Antibodies (Luminex)Luminex Panel for Human Cytokine Level
QuantificationCore & Serology Area:Mass Spectrophotometry for
quantification of Immunosuppressant Drug Levels in bloodManual &
Automated ELISA based assays for Infectious Disease Antibody &
Antigen detection and / or quantificationOther Hematology &
Microbiology ProceduresUses Specific Test- Analysis Software for
raw data analysis and assign the results accordingly. When results
are not within laboratory's acceptable criteria; identify
problem(s) that might adversely affect test performance and
determine cause of errors. Researches and prepares all pertinent
patient data and refers all data and testing results to
pathologists for evaluation and sign-out. Reports all results in
the current Laboratory System and in UNET, if applicable. Place
orders and maintains inventory of disposable supplies and reagents,
as applicable. Meets Turn Around Time (TAT) for all tests assigned.
Reports Critical Value to the requestor following current IHL
Policy, if applicable Performs OnCall Duties in the assigned area /
rotation, responding promptly to any Call-Back situation.
Participates in Proficiency Testing, Instrument Correlation, Method
Comparison, and / or Validation Studies, as assigned. Meets
deadline for these other projects / assignments. Assumes lead
duties and acts as a resource to staff. Orients and trains
employees on laboratory techniques and operations, as assigned.
Obtain 12 Continuing Education Credits in the Histocompatibility
Area per year, in addition to those credits required by the State
of Florida.University of Miami Job ID #R100064245.About University
of MiamiThe University of Miami is considered among the top tier
institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic
excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At
the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to
support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching,
research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity,
Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork
(DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone
contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are
one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to
more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- 403b retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Continuing Education
- Sign-On bonus
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