Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation 

Sign-on Eligibility:

• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible 

Relocation Eligibility:

• Must live 50 miles outside of campus address

• Rehires that are less than 12 months from separation date are not eligible

Schedule: 3rd Shift

Shift: 9:00pm - 7:30am rotating alternating weekends

Location: Lake Nona Campus

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces. Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support. Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.

• Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies.

• May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.

• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines and supporting education to clinical staff.

• Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste. Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities. Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.

• Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed.

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned [Required]

• Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required]

• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required]

• Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required]

• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required]

• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required]

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.