Laboratory / Medical Technologist
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About the job
Join Our Dynamic Lab Team as a Full Time Laboratory Technologist in Gainesville!
SIMEDHealth's busy Gainesville Laboratory is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Full Time Laboratory Technologist (on-site). You'll play a vital role in providing essential chemistry, hematology, immunology, virology, and toxicology testing services that support the care of our large network of over 100 SIMEDHealth providers.
As a key member of our laboratory team, you will utilize your expertise in technical principles and equipment operation to ensure the consistent delivery of accurate and reliable laboratory results.
*Please note: The schedule for this position is flexible with either Monday-Friday 9AM-5:30PM, or Monday-Thursday 7AM-5PM.*
What You'll Need
- Current Florida License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology (Serology)
- ASCP Medical Technologist certification is a plus!
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a healthcare laboratory setting
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with a strong desire to collaborate within a dynamic team
What You'll Do
- Perform routine and moderately complex laboratory testing with accuracy and efficiency
- Ensure reliability of results through proper quality control and adherence to established procedures
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
- Process and prepare specimens for testing and referral
- Communicate critical results clearly and in a timely manner
- Maintain detailed documentation of testing, QC, and maintenance activities
- Support a clean, organized, and safety-focused laboratory environment
- Collaborate with a team of technologists and clinical staff to ensure smooth daily operations
Why Choose SIMEDHealth?
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospitalization Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with profit sharing
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness discounts
Please note that J1/H1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position requires on-site work due to the essential job functions, which include direct patient care and use of on-site medical equipment. Remote work is not available.
SIMEDHealth is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about SIMEDHealth, please visit SIMEDHealth.com.
From SIMEDHealth's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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