CLASS CODE: 5601
PAY GRADE: 016

CLASS TITLE:MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST I - F/C

ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)

This is work conducting laboratory tests to provide information for use in the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of diseases. The employee(s) in the position(s) allocated to this class must spend a minimum of 75 percent of their time performing duties which involve contact with patients/inmates in a correctional or forensic facility or institution.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)

  • Collects body fluids for laboratory tests to provide information for diagnostic, treatment, and/or research decisions.
  • Performs serology, immunology, immunohematology, hematology, bacteriology, urinalyses, biochemical, drug susceptibility, and/or other tests.
  • Performs phlebotomies.
  • Prepares and inoculates culture mediums and identifies organisms.
  • Prepares reports of test results.
  • Prepares reagents and chemicals.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as required.
  • Performs quality control testing for all procedures as required.
  • Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)

  • Knowledge of the principles of biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • Knowledge of medical technology practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of the types of laboratory tests.
  • Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing procedures.
  • Knowledge of chemicals and reagents.
  • Knowledge of the significance of laboratory tests.
  • Skill in operating laboratory and scientific equipment for conducting tests.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • For laboratories requiring licensure:
  • Licensed or temporarily licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the specialty area(s) (i.e., microbiology, serology, chemistry, hematology, immunohematology, biophysics, cytotechnology, or histopathological technology) for which the laboratory is registered in accordance with Florida Statute 483; or
  • For laboratories exempt from licensure by Florida Statute:
  • A high school diploma or its equivalent and three years of experience in laboratory work.
  • College or vocational/technical training can substitute at the rate of 30 semester, 45 quarter or 720 classroom hours for each year of the required experience provided such education includes three courses in the physical and/or natural sciences.

EFFECTIVE:

1/1/1986

HISTORY: