Medical Lab Scientist II 2nd Shift

Medical Lab Scientist II, Full-Time Days (2nd Shift)

Apply for the Medical Lab Scientist II, Full-Time Days (2nd Shift) role at Orlando Health.

Facility: South Lake Hospital
Location: Clermont, FL
Status: Full-Time
Department: Laboratory
Schedule: Days (2nd Shift)
Title: Medical Lab Scientist II

"Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute‑care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay – Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
• All‑Inclusive Benefits (start Day One) – Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, backup elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more.
• Employee‑centric – South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.

Schedule
: 4x10s;
Working every other weekend.

• Evaluates specimens for quality and pre‑analytical errors.
• Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.
• Receives general guidance and direction, typically on moderately complex procedures only.
• Has knowledge of other areas in the laboratory and how they are related.
• Works semi‑autonomously to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Verifies instrument performance standards including linearity, reportable range and method comparisons.
• Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.
• Assists with inventory management.
• Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.
• Evaluates accuracy of results considering all phases of testing to include pre‑analytical, analytical and post‑analytical sources of error.
• Reports work activities, instrument issues, supply issues and pending work at shift change to the oncoming MLS.
• Responds to work related technical inquiries.
• Assists in the training of new team members and students.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.
• Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.
• Maintains current job knowledge to effectively instruct students or other personnel.
• Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital and departmental matters at all times.

• Education/Training
  :
  Bachelor’s degree required. Associate’s degree and two years of directly related experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree (in addition to the requirements listed in the Experience section).
• Successful completion of an approved clinical laboratory training internship.
• Licensure/Certification
  :
  Maintains current Florida license as a Medical Technologist certified in the specialty or specialties required by the laboratory section(s) assigned.
• National Certification such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT preferred.
• Experience
  :
  Three (2) years minimum experience. Based on area of assignment department specific competencies may be required.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

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