Medical Lab Scientist III - Orlando Health Cancer Institute

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) III 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 located at Health Central in Ocoee and follows a Monday–Friday day-shift schedule. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a multidisciplinary cancer program serving adult oncology patients across six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations. It provides care for more than 200 types of cancer and supports research studies and clinical trials. The institute is part of the Orlando Health system, which includes hospitals, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices, and outpatient facilities. Orlando Health describes its benefits as including career-growing free education programs and well-being services. Benefits begin on day one, and the organization offers flexibility wherever possible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Successful completion of an approved clinical laboratory training internship.
Two years of experience required.
Current Florida license as a Medical Technologist in the specialty or specialties required by the assigned laboratory section.
Department-specific competencies may be required depending on the area of assignment.

Nice To Haves

National certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred.

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.
Provide guidance and direction to less-experienced team members; receive guidance only for the most complex procedures.
Work independently within broad guidelines and assist with troubleshooting and recommending solutions.
Explain difficult or sensitive information in an understandable manner.
Perform high-complexity testing.
Verify instrument performance standards, including linearity, reportable range, and method comparisons.
Demonstrate computer-system proficiency, including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
Ensure appropriate utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies, and assist with inventory management.
Communicate critical results to the patient caregiver.
Provide guidance on potential sources of error or interfering substances.
Use theoretical knowledge and critical thinking to troubleshoot unusual situations and report unresolved issues to the immediate supervisor.
Evaluate result accuracy across preanalytical, analytical, and postanalytical phases.
Assist in developing departmental policies and procedures for test performance, quality control, and preventive maintenance.
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 job knowledge to instruct personnel effectively.
Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with applicable Orlando Health policies and laws.
Comply with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Perform specimen collection, receiving, and processing as required.
Answer telephone calls and greet department guests.
Take an active role in the laboratory quality-improvement program.
Follow policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting-agency requirements.
Practice infection control and safety, and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and hospital and departmental matters.