What are the responsibilities and job description for the MED LAB TECHNICIAN position at Moffitt Cancer Center?
Summary
Job Summary:
Serves as a medical lab technician, working to cover assigned shift or workstation within the laboratory, as scheduled.
Follows the clinical laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
In addition to test performance and reporting, the medical lab technician also maintains equipment and records; performs quality control and quality assurance activities; participates in the evaluation of new procedures and equipment; trains others; assists with miscellaneous functions required to maintain the smooth operation of the department such as clerical duties, reagent preparation, and inventory control activities.
The medical laboratory technician exercises limited independent judgment in carrying out job responsibilities and performs all testing under the general supervision of a licensed technologist, supervisor, or laboratory director.
Education
Associates Degree in Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent.
License Requirement
Medical Laboratory Technician
Experience Required
One year experience as a medical laboratory technician is required. Must meet state and federal regulatory requirements for performance of highly complex laboratory testing under general supervision.
Laboratory knowledge of theory, testing principles, and instrumentation related to clinical laboratory procedures and the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot technical problems is required.
Ability to adapt positively to change and interact effectively and professionally with others is also required.
Job Summary:
Serves as a medical lab technician, working to cover assigned shift or workstation within the laboratory, as scheduled.
Follows the clinical laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
In addition to test performance and reporting, the medical lab technician also maintains equipment and records; performs quality control and quality assurance activities; participates in the evaluation of new procedures and equipment; trains others; assists with miscellaneous functions required to maintain the smooth operation of the department such as clerical duties, reagent preparation, and inventory control activities.
The medical laboratory technician exercises limited independent judgment in carrying out job responsibilities and performs all testing under the general supervision of a licensed technologist, supervisor, or laboratory director.
Education
Associates Degree in Laboratory Science, Medical Laboratory Technology, or equivalent.
License Requirement
Medical Laboratory Technician
Experience Required
One year experience as a medical laboratory technician is required. Must meet state and federal regulatory requirements for performance of highly complex laboratory testing under general supervision.
Laboratory knowledge of theory, testing principles, and instrumentation related to clinical laboratory procedures and the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot technical problems is required.
Ability to adapt positively to change and interact effectively and professionally with others is also required.