Medical Lab Tecnician

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute; Flagler (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Job summary

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for our Flagler office. This role performs automated and manual laboratory testing, processes specimens, and reports results in alignment with established policies.

Responsibilities include quality control, instrument maintenance, documentation, and collaboration with team members to ensure accurate patient results. Candidates must hold a FL MLT license, national certification, and have at least 1 year of

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
• A.A./A.S. degree required; FL MLT license required; national certification.
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing and quality control.
• Record results in the electronic laboratory information system.
• Process and prepare specimens for transport.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Stock and order lab supplies as needed.

Skills

Quality control

Lab testing

Documentation

Training others

Education

A.A./A.S. degree

Florida MLT license

National certification

BLS certification preferred

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-15

Country:

United States of America

Location: Flagler Office

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Summary:

Responsible for performing automated and manual laboratory testing, specimen processing, and reporting results according to established policies and procedures. In addition to testing and reporting, the medical laboratory technician is responsible for performing quality control and quality assurance activities, navigating various computer applications, maintaining equipment to include troubleshooting, training other team members, and assist with other duties as assigned.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, quality assurance, analyzer maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform manual and automated testing in accordance with established guidelines.
• Record lab results in the electronic laboratory information system.
• Process and prepare specimens for transport.
• Operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, dry baths, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, clean lab equipment and work surfaces, maintain laboratory logs, and perform proficiency testing.
• Stock and order lab supplies, as needed.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Minimum education requirement to successfully perform in role (high school diploma or equivalent being the minimum requirement across all positions within FCS).

• A.A./A.S. degree required
• State of Florida Medical Laboratory Technician license required
• National Laboratory Certification required
• BLS certification preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

CORE COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Essential competencies and KSAs targeted to successfully performing in role:

• Perform proper quality control procedures before proceeding with patient testing.
• Ensure that proper documentation including test report logs, quality control logs, quality assurance forms, equipment records, and all lab procedure and training checklists are completed at the appropriate frequency.
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies. Place orders according to procurements published ordering cycles.
• Perform technical laboratory procedures, to include proficiency testing with accuracy and precision, meeting the standard of all accreditation/regulatory agencies.
• Perform instrument maintenance at the required times and as needed.
• Initiate troubleshooting procedures when instrument malfunction occurs and contact instrument service vendor, if necessary.
• Comply with established safety guidelines and maintain cleanliness of the laboratory and equipment.
• Complete all duties required to keep laboratory in compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Always maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information.
• Comply with all Federal and State laws and regulations pertaining to patient care, patient’s rights, safety, billing, and collections. Adhere to all FCS and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Must maintain FL MLT license, national certification, and required CEUs.
• Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
• Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication.
• Solid time management with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Will be expected to work at any FCS location to help meet FCS business needs.
• Will be expected to work overtime when given sufficient notice.

VALUES:

• Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
• Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions
• Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action
• Team – Working together, one team, one mission

Expectations for all Employees

Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination, or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.

SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug‑free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment ([e-mail]) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.