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DAVITA

MT Technical Lead, Expert (Lab)

DAVITA, Deland, Florida, us, 32723


3000 Davita Way, Deland, Florida, 32724-2039, United States of America

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Medical Technologist (Microbiology - Lab) position performs complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease following established laboratory policy and procedures. Evaluates and interprets laboratory test results. Maintains accurate records, laboratory workspace, and laboratory equipment. This position reports to the Manager/Supervisor, Laboratory (Lab).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs testing on blood, urine, body fluids, or other specimens according to standard operating procedures in the area assigned.

Analyzes lab results to check for accuracy and ensure promptness of test results utilizing theoretical and working knowledge of good laboratory practices.

Reviews and releases test results into laboratory information system (LIS).

Identifies, researches, and follows-up on events, deviations or other issues and concerns with specimens and requisitions.

Consults with supervisor/manager/designee regarding questionable results or deviations from standard laboratory procedures when appropriate.

Follows established procedure for reporting critical results (alert values).

Performs and documents all QC maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.

Operates, calibrates, and maintains equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis.

Participates in required Proficiency Testing programs.

Reviews workflow reports, and communicates pending work and any other issues to the next shift.

Practices infection control, bio-hazardous and safety precautions; keeps work area clean and organized.

Restocks supplies as needed.

Participates in quality improvement programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, biological sciences or related field - required.

Current State of Florida license as a technologist in the related specialty - required.

Certified by a professional laboratory certifying agency (i.e. ASCP, AMT).

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings:

Comprehensive benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.

Support for you and your family:

Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more.

Professional development programs:

DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.

At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed Diversity & Belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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