Job Description

Demonstrates a superior level of technical proficiency and problem-solving ability in such areas as (1) testing for blood group antigens, compatibility and complex antibody identification; (2) investigating abnormalities such as hemolytic disease of the newborn, hemolytic anemias and adverse responses to transfusion; (3) supporting physicians in transfusion therapy for patients with coagulopathies;  and (4) providing compatibility testing and antibody titration studies for potential donor/recipients of progenitor cells, bone marrow and solid organ transplants. Performs serologic testing, component preparation and issue, computer documentation of work as well as quality control and preventive maintenance of equipment.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology; or Bachelor Degree and one year as a Medical Laboratory Technician; or, 90 semester hours college credit with 24 semester hours of academic science and completion of an approved clinical laboratory training program; or, Associate Degree and appropriate combination of training and experience.
• Please seek licensure guidance by reviewing up to date licensure qualifications from the Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel.
• Must possess a current Florida MT license or ASCP Certification as a Technologist in Immunohematology.
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a transfusion service/ reference laboratory performing complex and specialized serological tests preferred. Computer operational skills using a personal computer, laboratory system or other hospital information system preferred.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:  Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Must have a current Florida MT license or ASCP Certification as a Technologist in Immunohematology. Must obtain security clearance via an FBI criminal background check; if not, the position is automatically forfeited.