Medical Laboratory Scientist II Part Time

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs clinical laboratory activities at AdventHealth’s Orlando location. The part-time position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on a day shift, including weekends. Duties span pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical laboratory work, including equipment and supply management, specimen collection and processing, test performance, result reporting, and technical support. The role follows established procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety practices, and may support staff training, workflow coordination, performance improvement, and evaluation of laboratory methods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical, or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; alternatively, the candidate must meet the stated CLIA equivalency requirements if the degree field does not match.
Equivalent laboratory training and experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree, subject to the specified CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing.
Technical skills and aptitudes related to laboratory testing, procedures, and processes in the assigned department or work area.
Follow and ensure staff adherence to the Corporate Compliance Plan and applicable local, state, and federal rules and accrediting requirements; protect patient information and result confidentiality.
Ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and direct workflow with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain equipment and records and perform quality-assessment activities.
Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings.
Effective, respectful, and professional verbal and written English communication with patients, staff, partners, and customers from varied backgrounds.
Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office knowledge, including operating systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and related documents.
General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use.
Critical-thinking skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and mathematical abilities, organization, and people skills.
Flexibility in scheduling; may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English; good oral communication and customer service skills.
College-level mathematical, computer reasoning, and language skills (two years).
Communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to convey information, identify issues, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
Ability to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws applicable to the laboratory setting.
Ability to safely handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and irritants.
Willingness and ability to learn and develop techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of clinical laboratory experience.
Additional language skills.
Proficiency in a wide variety of laboratory techniques for specimen preparation, from preparing basic solutions and reagents to more complex processes such as DNA/RNA extraction, stem cell isolation, and preparation for histological evaluation.
Sound knowledge of a wide variety of laboratory and molecular assays and techniques.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-analytical activities, including equipment maintenance and function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection and biological specimen processing, and cleaning and disinfecting laboratory equipment and spaces.
Conduct post-analytical laboratory activities, including reporting results and providing technical support.
Complete tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures.
Participate in proficiency testing and comply with federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
May act as a preceptor for new employees and students, providing orientation and training and documenting it appropriately.
Guide technicians and support staff, resolve customer service issues within guidelines, and support education for clinical staff.
Follow safety policies, including PPE use, handwashing, hazardous chemical handling, and required hazardous-waste training.
Participate in laboratory and hospital performance-improvement activities.
Evaluate new laboratory techniques and procedures and assist with data collection and special projects.
Facilitate workflow and support clinical staff education as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.