Medical Technologist 2 (3rd Shift)
Company: University of Miami
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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The department of Surgery- Histo & Immuno has an exciting
opportunity for a Medical Technologist 2 position. 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 degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
Follows 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 Subtyping
Flow Cytometry Technique for Immunophenotyping and Cell Activation
Panels.
Lymphocyte Crossmatch & Endothelial Cells Crossmatch by Flow
Cytometry and Complement Dependent Cytotoxicity Assay
Solid Phase platform for HLA Antibody Detection and Identification
and Complement fixing Antibodies (Luminex)
Luminex Panel for Human Cytokine Level Quantification
Core & Serology Area:
Mass Spectrophotometry for quantification of Immunosuppressant Drug
Levels in blood
Manual & Automated ELISA based assays for Infectious Disease
Antibody & Antigen detection and / or quantification
Other Hematology & Microbiology Procedures
Uses 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.
Department Specific 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
#LI-GD1
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a
comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition
remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only
university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care
powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at
the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we
are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and
sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters
each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide
recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza
("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of
Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide
ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and
clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or
clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination.
Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or
termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected
from discrimination based on certain categories protected by
Federal law. Click here
(https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional
information.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
h86
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