Medical Technologist II

HCA Florida West Hospital 8383 North Davis Highway Pensacola, FL 32514

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Medical Technologist II

Seeking a Medical Technologist II who performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned areas of licensure. The work customarily involves any testing which may require a high degree of theoretical knowledge and technical expertise in licensed areas. Collaborates with other members of the health care delivery team to deliver quality healthcare.

• Performs calibration, quality control, maintenance and troubleshooting on highly sophisticated and technical diagnostic equipment.
• Evaluates specimen integrity and identification prior to performing testing.
• Accurately performs laboratory testing within specified turn-around-time requirements.
• Actively and quickly investigates specimen problems and takes all steps necessary to resolve.
• Performs all maintenance, quality control, corrective action and calibration procedures as required. Performs analyzer troubleshooting procedures as required.
• Reports critical test results within 30 minutes of completion, requests verbal read back and documents same.
• Reports reference laboratory tests within specified time frames.
• Assists Technical Supervisor with evaluation of new methods, lot crossovers, and other projects as requested.
• Monitors Tracker and investigates and resolves delays.
• Maintains adequate inventory of reagents and supplies and notifies Technical Supervisor when reagents and supplies are running low.
• Ensures continuation of care across shifts by providing and receiving shift report at each shift change.
• Provides technical guidance to phlebotomists, nurses and physicians.
• Communicates technical and procedural problems to Director, Emergency Department and House Supervisor as needed.
• Ensures compliance with CAP, CLIA, AHCA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Writes, revises, reviews, and signs policies/procedures within specified time limits and as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the occurrence reporting system. Uses system to report potential patient safety issues.
• Promotes and displays a positive customer oriented demeanor to patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety, quality of care, or the services delivered.
• Uses Performance Improvement Plan to improve patient safety.
• Promoting consistent positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service
• Practicing and adhering to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or closely related field, i.e. Biological Sciences Required
• 3 years’ experience as a Medical Technologist Required

• State of Florida Clinical Lab Technologist or State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Supervisor Required

HCA Florida West Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits
  for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work
  programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources
  , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based…