Medical Laboratory Scientist (Special Testing Lab)

Lifesouth Community Blood Centers • Gainesville, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking a skilled and highly motivated Medical Laboratory Scientist for its Special Testing Laboratory in Gainesville, FL. This role involves performing and interpreting high-complexity clinical laboratory testing with independent judgment to ensure accurate results. The Special Testing Laboratory offers exposure to diverse testing methodologies including flow cytometry, molecular biology, hematology, serology, cellular therapies, histocompatibility (HLA), chemistry, and coagulation. New graduates are accepted, and varying shifts are available, typically four 10-hour shifts per week, with rotating holidays. Times may be negotiable, and a shift differential may apply. Day or Mid-Shift options are available. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required, and visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

• National certification such as MLS (ASCP), MLS (AMT), or MT (AAB); or eligibility to sit for an applicable certification exam
• Florida Technologist license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Blood Banking, Molecular, Flow Cytometry, and/or Histocompatibility experience

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret a diverse range of high-complexity clinical laboratory testing while exercising independent professional judgment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Perform specialized testing in support of cellular therapies, including quality control testing of cellular therapy products and blood components.
• Perform specialized molecular testing, including RBC and HPA genotyping, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and DNA extraction.
• Perform platelet refractory workups, including HLA typing and HLA/HPA antibody identification.
• Evaluate specimen integrity, test results, and inter-result validity, using critical thinking and professional judgment to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate corrective action.
• Troubleshoot testing, instrumentation, and quality issues that may affect test performance or result reporting, taking appropriate corrective action or escalating concerns when necessary.
• Perform testing in accordance with established laboratory procedures and quality standards, including requirements for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, result reporting, quality control, calibration, maintenance, and documentation.
• Participate in proficiency testing and other quality activities to support the accuracy, reliability, and regulatory compliance of laboratory testing.
• Maintain accurate and complete testing, quality control, corrective action, and patient result records.
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership and team members to resolve complex testing issues and support a culture of communication, learning, and shared technical expertise.

Benefits

• Career Development Opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed