Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

BayCare Health System; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II at the South Florida Baptist Hospital in Plant City, FL. The role requires performing diagnostic testing with quality control, maintaining reagents, and ensuring compliant lab operations.

You will oversee moderate-to-high complexity testing, train personnel, and maintain lab systems while upholding regulatory standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate’s degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific field.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist License (required).
• Clinical laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing and quality control procedures.
• Prepare reagents and accurately report results per established policies.
• Perform and oversee moderate‑ to high‑complexity laboratory testing.
• Maintain laboratory computer applications and documentation.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Assist with training, orientation, and competency assessments of laboratory personnel.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Support workflow, communication, and collaboration within the laboratory team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree in Medical Technology or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)

Clinical laboratory experience

Job description

Join BayCare as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Location: South Florida Baptist Hospital – Plant City, FL

Facility: BayCare Health System, Laboratory Services – SFBH

Shift: Shift Varies | 1x8 Hr Shift

Schedule: PRN | EOW

Status: Non‑Exempt

About BayCare

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community‑based hospitals, a long‑term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward‑thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

Role Overview

As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II , you will be responsible for performing diagnostic testing and quality control procedures while maintaining accuracy and compliance with all policies and regulatory standards. You will support moderate‑to high‑complexity testing, prepare reagents, maintain laboratory systems and equipment, assist with training new personnel, and ensure high‑quality results that support patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing and quality control procedures


• Prepare reagents and accurately report results per established policies


• Perform and oversee moderate‑to high‑complexity laboratory testing


• Maintain laboratory computer applications and documentation


• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and supplies


• Assist with training, orientation, and competency assessments of laboratory personnel


• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and quality standards


• Support workflow, communication, and collaboration within the laboratory team


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Required : Associate’s degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific field


• Preferred : Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Certification & Licensure – Required

• State of Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist License

Experience

• Clinical laboratory experience required

BayCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.