Medical Lab Scientist II at Longwood

Orlando Health•Lake Mary, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II evaluates specimens, assists in interpreting results, and analyzes blood and body fluids using automated and complex manual methods. The role follows established policies and procedures to ensure high-quality laboratory results within established timeframes. The position is in the laboratory at the Longwood Free Standing Emergency Department, which provides 24/7 emergency care for adults and children, imaging, and laboratory services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or an associate’s degree and two years of directly related experience as a substitute for the bachelor’s degree, in addition to the experience requirement.
Successful completion of an approved clinical laboratory training internship.
At least one year of experience.
Current Florida license as a Medical Technologist certified in the specialty or specialties required by the assigned laboratory section.

Nice To Haves

National certification such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT.

Responsibilities

Evaluate specimens for quality and preanalytical errors.
Verify results and quality-control data for accuracy and reliability.
Perform, evaluate, and document quality-control, preventive-maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
Work with general guidance, typically on moderately complex procedures, and semi-autonomously complete assigned tasks.
Apply knowledge of other laboratory areas and how they are related.
Verify instrument performance standards, including linearity, reportable range, and method comparisons.
Use computer systems for ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
Ensure proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies, and assist with inventory management.
Communicate critical results to the patient caregiver.
Evaluate result accuracy across preanalytical, analytical, and postanalytical phases.
Report work activities, instrument and supply issues, and pending work to the oncoming MLS at shift change; respond to work-related technical inquiries.
Assist in training new team members and students, and maintain current job knowledge to instruct them effectively.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Perform specimen collection, receiving, and processing as required.
Answer the telephone and greet department guests.
Follow established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
Practice infection control and safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and hospital and departmental matters.