Medical Technician

Job Summary

The UHealth Laboratories Department at UHealth/University of Miami invites applications for a full‑time Medical Technician at the UTower Hospital. The Medical Technician performs a variety of routine medical technician duties, such as preparing blood, urine, and tissue specimens for analysis, administering prescribed medications, maintaining related medical records, verifying patient identity, taking vital signs, and conducting tests on tissue, blood, and body fluids to help physicians diagnose and treat diseases.

• Assist with chemical analyses of body fluids, using microscopes or automatic analyzers to detect abnormalities and diseases.
• Enter findings into the appropriate database.
• Set up, adjust, maintain, and clean medical laboratory equipment.
• Observe principles of asepsis when obtaining blood and tissue samples.
• Analyze results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications using mechanical and electrical devices.
• Conduct blood tests for transfusion purposes and perform blood counts.
• Obtain specimens, cultivate, isolate, and identify microorganisms for analysis.
• Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
• Adhere to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Learning Agility:
  Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork:
  Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication:
  Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, tuition remission, and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by Federal law.  for additional information.

• Job Status:
  Full time
• Employee Type:
  Staff
• Pay Grade: H5
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Job Function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Higher Education