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The Department of Pathology is currently seeking a full time Phlebotomist-Medical Technician 3 to work in Miami, FL. This is a dual role serving as a Lab Technician and Phlebotomist. This position will work primarily at the UHT SCCC Research Laboratory, and will sometimes alternate between the UHT and Miami Main SCCC Research Lab. We are seeking a licensed phlebotomist that will be trained as a technician. The shift is from 6:00am to 2:30pm. The Phlebotomist 3 draws and collects blood samples from patients, verifies records, and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis. An employee in this position conducts interviews, takes vital signs, and tests blood samples. The Phlebotomist 3 relates to and interacts well with patients by taking into consideration their age-specific, physical, and psychosocial needs. The incumbent also uses the laboratory and hospital systems to accession data and perform other appropriate system functions.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Serve as team leader for all Technician-Phlebotomy staff assigned to Network sites.
Assist Director in training all Technician-Phlebotomy staff.
Approve payroll for all Technician-Phlebotomy staff.
Assist Director in hiring staff as needed.
Ensure that all samples are drawn as per research protocol.
Process all lab samples per protocol and lab manual.
Prepare samples for shipping according to regulatory requirements and as Lab Manuals and Study protocols require.
Confirm that all necessary supplies are on hand.
Ensure that all samples are processed within the required timeframes of the study protocol.
Communicate with research nurses about status of research sample collection (report difficult draw or inability to draw on patient).
Review all sample labels to ensure they match the study visit requirements.
Report any processing deviations to study coordinator and Lab Director/Supervisor.
Maintain all required certifications and professional licensing such as CITI, IATA, Lab Safety, Bloodborne Pathogens, and others (must be completed within first month of employment)
Support the SCCC Research Lab as needed at all sites with research phlebotomy, Complete regular site training and ensure understanding of protocol/lab manual requirements.
Enter required information regarding sample collection into require systems such as iLabs, UChart , Velos, and other systems as required.
Ability to operate and interpret us of centrifuge for serum and plasma separation.
Ability to properly collect portions and measure distribution of specimens by aliquoting.
Assist in the collection of equipment calibration records such as freezer temperature logs.
Other duties as required.
Department Specific Qualifications
Education:
High school Diploma, Associates, or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required, medical tech experience a plus.
Certification and Licensing:
Phlebotomy
Experience:
2 years or more
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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