Medical Technologist, Proficient; Lab

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Posting Date: 12/02/2025

Location:

3000 Davita Way, Deland, Florida, , United States of America

Schedule:

Tuesday - Friday with alternating Saturdays 5pm
-3am

Job Summary:

The Medical Technologist (Hematology Lab) position performs complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease following established laboratory policy and procedures under direct supervision. Evaluates and interprets laboratory test results. Maintains accurate records, laboratory workspace, and laboratory equipment. Identifies basic problems using academic clinical knowledge. This position reports to the Manager/Supervisor, Laboratory (Lab).

• Performs testing on blood, urine, body fluids, or other specimens according to standard operating procedures in the area assigned with close supervision, training, and instruction.
• 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 using academic clinical knowledge.
• Consults with supervisor/manager/designee regarding questionable results or deviations from standard laboratory procedures when appropriate.
• Follows established procedure for reporting urgent 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.

• 0 to 2 years experience – required.
• Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, biological sciences or related field – required.
• Current State of Florida license as a technologist in the related specialty – required.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office – required.
• Six (6) years plus experience is required to work un-supervised – required.
• Certified by a professional laboratory certifying agency (e.g., ASCP, AMT).

DaVita Labs is a state of the art clinical laboratory delivering timely, accurate lab results focused primarily on kidney care with a relentless commitment to quality. We serve more than 180,000 patients and perform 52 million renal tests annually. We make a difference. We enjoy what we do. Our teammates are best in class professionals who enjoy a challenging yet rewarding work environment where fun and hard work intermingle every day.

From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual.

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What we’ll provide:

• A community first, company second culture based on core values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

• 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 to 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 Star Learning.

We are a proud equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.