Medical Laboratory Scientist - HLA | Histocompatibility | Evenings | Full-time
Overview
Performs simple and complex analysis on tissue, blood and body fluids using laboratory instrumentation, manual methods and standard operating procedures. Trains other technical personnel in the performance of laboratory tasks. Approves the performance of tests by technicians. Uses independent judgment and assumes accountability for high quality standards.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent that meets qualifications for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist from the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel. Must meet state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statue 64B3-5.003 Technologist. One (1) year experience in NAACLS approved program OR one (1) year working as a Technologist in a hospital laboratory.
New hires effective October 1, 2024 must have a Bachelor's degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, or related field. Academic equivalent OR academic and work experience combination equivalency acceptable. Current employees who were hired or transferred into the position prior to October 1, 2024 who holds a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent which meets state licensure requirements as stated in FL Statute 64B3-5.003 Technologist will be grandfathered in.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation
Employees in this position:
Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose
NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job. Please indicate the appropriate operator designation on the Request for Personnel (RFP) form at the time a RFP is submitted to post the position.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Must possess either a temporary or current license as a State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist in Serology/Immunology, Immunohematology or Histocompatibility