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Medical Laboratory Technologist

KWB Pathology Associates
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KWB Pathology Associates is seeking a Full-Time, Florida licensed Medical Laboratory Technologist or Technician to join our team. KWB Pathology Associates has been in practice for more than half a century and is a local, 100% pathologist-owned laboratory and practice serving the greater Big Bend area of Florida. We strive for excellence in caring for our patients, clients, and employees. 

This position will be 12:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Monday – Friday. 

Pay starts at $23.00 per hour or more depending on experience.

Education/Experience:

  1. Florida licensed as a Medical Technologist or Technician Qualified to Perform Molecular Testing
  2. ASCP Certification preferred

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Perform molecular testing including instrument QC and maintenance.
  2. Accession and prepare specimens for processing.
  3. Operate and maintain ThinPrep processors.
  4. Rerun ThinPreps that have cellularity issues.
  5. Operate and maintain automatic stainer and coverslipper.
  6. Order ancillary testing and prepare samples.
  7. Prepare all non-gyn samples,      ECC biopsies and surgical specimens. 
  8. Distribute slides to cytologists.
  9. Maintain records for stains, instruments and reagents.
  10. Inventory and order all supplies and send out to clients.
  11. Pull correlation slides for pathologists when requested.
  12. Coordinate responsibilities for assigned staff. 
  13. Train and supervise work of assigned staff.
  14. Follow department quality control standards and company policies and procedures. 
  15. Additional duties as assigned by your supervisors.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

  1. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  2. Ability to work independenly and within a team
  3. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, co-workers and pathologists
  4. Demonstrate accurate data entry skills 
  5. Ability to read and interpret notations sent on requisitions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  1. Ability to discern color
  2. Lifting, carrying and pushing up to 25 pounds
  3. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
  4. Kneeling, bending and sitting
  5. Ability to work with/around laboratory chemicals/fumes

Pathology Associates is a drug-free workplace and complies with all EEO regulations.