4 Proficient Employee jobs in the United States

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***Schedule Tuesday - Friday with alternating Saturdays 9am -7pm***

The Medical Technologist, (Lab) Special Chemistry, 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)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 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 (i.e. ASCP, AMT)

About DaVita Laboratories

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, it provides a community and a place to call home. As a labs teammate, you become a member of our community and you also become a citizen of something bigger, something great, and something unique - the DaVita Village. With the backing of the overall DaVita brand, we are on an exciting trajectory.

Check out our short video to hear directly from teammates as to why YOU should join OUR Village!

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
* 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.

Want to make an impact in Healthcare? Through science, technology, quality and education, we are committed to expanding discovery and empowering lives. This empowerment comes in many forms. From our laboratory professionals to our support roles, DaVita labs not only offers a career to fit each individual, it provides a community and place to call home. Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

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.

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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 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 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.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days.

For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at

Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.