Medical Lab Scientist - Laboratory Medicine

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Health First is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform diagnostic clinical lab testing across multiple bench areas. The MLS will ensure accuracy, quality control, and contribute to continuous improvement while adhering to policies and procedures.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Medical Lab Science with Florida MT licensure (CLIA) and strong English communication. This is a part-time position with night shifts, offering opportunities to work closely with clinical teams in Florida.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science, CLIA-defined.
• Work experience: none.
• Licensure: Florida Medical Technologist (per CLIA).
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: proficient in computer applications; work autonomously; strong organization and communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical laboratory testing across bench areas (chemistry, toxicology, transfusion services, urinalysis, hemostasis, hematology, microbiology, immunology, point of care).
• Maintains quality control and assists in validation of new tests and equipment.
• Performs regular equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting to ensure accuracy.
• Demonstrates competency per Annual Competency Assessments and adapts to staffing needs.
• Communicates effectively within the lab and with clinical departments and customers using AIDET.

Skills

Computer skills

Autonomy

Critical thinking

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science

Florida Medical Technologist licensure (CLIA)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) performs diagnostic tests in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, ensuring validity and accuracy of test results. Performs clinical laboratory testing of various complexities, while engaging in no harm, high-quality, consumer-centric experience, and stewardship by working as a member of Health First’s clinical team.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs clinical laboratory testing of various complexities, in a timely and efficient manner using various laboratory equipment, devices or via manual method. The MLS will be assigned on the following bench: clinical chemistry, toxicology, transfusion services, urinalysis, hemostasis, hematology, microbiology, immunology, point of care, and or as assigned by lab leadership; performs lab analyses on body fluids such as urine, blood, and all other body fluids.
• Complies with all Health First, HF Laboratory policies and procedures, along with all pertinent federal and state accreditation agency requirements.
• Performs quality control on various laboratory tests ensuring its accuracy and validity. Assists lab supervisor in performing validation of new tests, equipment, or methodology.
• Performs regular & periodic equipment maintenance on various lab analyzers. Performs calibration and troubleshooting on testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
• Shows commitment to meet departmental goals & to continuously improve performance improvement metrics.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills pertinent to job performance. Shows competency in use various electronic medical record (EMR) applications used for patient records & results as established by laboratory procedures.
• Demonstrates the appropriate skill set as determined by the Annual Competency Assessments.
• Availability to meet departmental staffing demands and demonstrates effective time management.
• Communicates effectively within the laboratory, external clinical departments, other healthcare professionals, clients, and customers. Observes AIDET in customer communication. Reports issues & departmental needs supervisor.
• May be required to obtain laboratory specimens by venipuncture and capillary puncture if needed.
• Cross trains in other departments within the laboratory or performs other lab-related tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Complies with the Health First I-Care values and demonstrates effective communication with co-workers and management to include proper escalation when necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or any related field, as outlined in CLIA.
• Work Experience: None
• Licensure: Medical Technologist licensure by the State of Florida in accordance with CLIA.
• Certification: None
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
• Proficient in required computer applications.
• Work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong skills in critical thinking, prioritization and organization of tasks, communication skills (written and verbal in English).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification: MLS(ASCP) also formerly known as MT(ASCP), and/or MT(AAB), MT/MLS(AMT), Specialist Certification by ASCP (SBB, SC, SH, etc.).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to endure >8-hour workday in periods of high demand.
• Must be able to pass a color blindness test.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform clinical/technical tasks.
• Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs. unassisted.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

Schedule : Part-Time

Shift Times : nights

Paygrade : PG-38