Medical Laboratory Scientist III
Tampa General HospitalJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Medical Laboratory Scientist III at Tampa General Hospital in Spring Hill is a full-time on-site role requiring licensure in Florida or a Compact state, with the ability to work across five specialties (Microbiology, Serology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology), perform QC, assess specimen integrity, and report critical results within five minutes. Education options include an Associate's in Medical Technology or a Bachelor's in Biology or Chemistry; certification by ASCP or AMT. The job emphasizes independence, LIS/HIS proficiency, calibration and maintenance, proficiency testing, supply management, and age-specific testing. To apply, tailor your resume to prove licensure in all five specialties, include ASCP or AMT, and add a concise note detailing turnarounds and communication for the evening on-site shift in Spring Hill.
Description
Performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties, as required to meet workload demands. coordinating lab resources as outlined below. Precisely and accurately performs and evaluates a variety of technical procedures. Utilizes accepted quality control techniques by manual, semi -automated, or automated methodologies and equipment.
Essential Functions
Perform work according to established laboratory policies and procedures.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently in all areas covered by the FL license.
Perform quality control for all tests, evaluate results, and take corrective action as necessary before reporting patient results.
Assess specimen integrity for appropriateness of ordered tests, including issues like QNS, hemolysis, and clotting.
Ensure procedures, methodologies, and patient results correlate with age-specific criteria for geriatrics, adults, pediatrics, and neonates.
Repeat and report all panic/critical test results to a licensed caregiver within 5 minutes of completion.
Perform calibrations and maintenance as required by instrument manufacturers, CLIA, and TJC.
Complete proficiency testing samples within the requested timeframe.
Demonstrate competency in using the LIS and HIS computer systems.
Ensure adequate supplies are available and promptly notify the supervisor when supplies are low.
Qualifications
Education
- Associate's Degree Medical Technology Or
- Bachelor's Degree Biology Or
- Bachelor's Degree Chemistry
License/Registration- Issued by Florida or Compact State
Clinical Lab Technologist
Certification
- American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or
- American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Work Experience
- Licensed in all 5 specialties, Microbiology, Serology, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology