MLS/MLT Generalist-Flow Cytometry

Department

Laboratory
Job Summary

Under the supervision of Technical Supervisor and Shift Supervisor, performs laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows all hospital and laboratory policies, guidelines, procedures and protocols. May assume charge duties in absence of Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

- Require a Bachelors degree in a health science program or medical laboratory science. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience can be considered in lieu of required degree. Employees hired prior to 1/1/09 are grandfathered into this position.
- Require current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) license under Chapter 483, Part IV, Florida Statute: 61F-5; or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire date.Note: Limited scope of practice will be utilized until licensure has been obtained.Limited Scope: Results entry will not be performed.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year experience in a clinical laboratory.
- Prefer excellent communication and listening skills.
- Prefer demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Prefer basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications and office.
- Prefer qualification as an ASCP, AMT, NCA, or an equivalent medical laboratory scientist.

Mandatory Education Preferred Education Required License and Certs Preferred License and Certs

Four ten hours shifts with every other weekend and rotating holidays. Hours are 11:30am to 10:00pm. Experience in Flow Cytometry is a plus.

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care Systems commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.