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Form of workCompany Overview:This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women’s health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.Job Description:
We are looking for a Medical Lab Technician or Technologist (24 hours per week) in our Melbourne, FL location.
Schedule: 3 evenings per week 3-11:30pm
Position Summary:
The Medical Tech performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established company and departmental policies and procedures.
Position Responsibilities:
Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
- Maintain standards in routine & STAT testing.
- Complete work in a timely manner.
- Write legibly when documenting QC, problems or information.
- Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
- Review communication logs.
- Prepare for shift by gathering needed supplies, i.e. reagents plates.
- Perform and document required maintenance on equipment.
- Review calibration & QC prior to testing/resulting.
- Perform calibrations and quality control as needed.
- Review results before releasing.
- Review pendings at the end of shift.
- Follow repeat protocol.
- Review Check Sheets.
- Perform duties in independent manner with no direct supervision required.
- Inform supervisor of supply inventory.
- Understand all laboratory policies and procedures.
- Date and initial reagents that are put "in use".
- Can identify at least one location of a fire extinguisher.
- Can read and interpret a curve.
- Can read and understand a Levy-Jennings Chart.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or Related life Science.
- One or more years of CLIA experience. Required for technologists.
- ASCP or other national certification a plus.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of hours.
- Medium work of lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Responsible for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.
Working Conditions:
- Work requires contact with specimens and requisitions, hand washing and cleaning, biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals.
- Fast paced and noisy environment that sometimes includes interruptions and distractions.
- OSHA risk factor: Category 1.
BioReference is an Equal Opportunity Employer
