Tampa General Hospital DeSoto

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Arcadia, Florida•Part-time
About the Job
Click on the link to apply: Tampa General Hospital DeSoto - Job Opportunities

Job Type:
Part-time.

Description:
Performs all approved laboratory procedures in assigned licensure specialties, as required to meet workload demands. Works under the supervision of a Medical Laboratory Scientist II or III.

Essential Functions:
  • Complete proficiency testing samples within the requested timeframe.
  • Demonstrate competency in using the LIS and HIS computer systems.
  • Ensure adequate supplies are available and promptly notify the supervisor when supplies are low.
  • Assess situations from multiple perspectives, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate actions.
  • Maintain a high level of accuracy with no more than 6 minor errors per year.
  • Perform testing within defined turn-around-time parameters for STAT, timed, and routine testing.
  • Assist in solving problems encountered by Technicians and Phlebotomists.
  • Complete all work during the shift without sacrificing quality of care and leave minimal work for the next shift.
  • Notify the Nursing Supervisor and floors of instrument and LIS downtime.
  • Document all quality control, calibrations, maintenance, test and order comments, and reagent information accurately and timely.

Requirements:
Education:
  • Associate's Degree Medical Laboratory Technology Or,
  • Bachelor's Degree Biology Or,
  • Bachelor's Degree Chemistry.

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State:
  • Clinical Lab Technologist.

Certification:
  • Americal Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Or,
  • American Medical Technologist (AMT).

Work Experience and Additional Information:
  • Previous experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
  • New graduates accepted at the discretion of the Director.

Primary Location: Arcadia.
Work Location: TGH Desoto 900 N Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266.
Eligible for Remote Work: On-site.
Job: Lab.
Organization: TGH Desoto.

Scheduled Days:
Shift: Day.
Job Type: On Site.
Job Posting: 09/01/2026.