AA* Medical Lab Scientist II (Float)

AA* Medical Lab Scientist II (Float)

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Job Description:

Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and complete required training for handling hazardous waste.

Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities.

Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.

Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed.

Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support for all age groups.

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.

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.

Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Technical skills and aptitudes related to laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in 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. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required]

Education:

Bachelors [Required]

Field of Study: in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024. Required

Work Experience:

2+ years technical experience [Required]

Additional Information:

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

Clinical Laboratory TechnologistMedical TechnologistMedical Laboratory Scientist MLSMedical Lab Scientist

Sign on Bonus: $10,000

Relocation: $5000- $10,000

Pay Range: $25.16 $46.80

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.