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Medical Lab Scientist II - Wiregrass Ranch Hospital - Wesley Chapel, Florida

Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health, Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States, 33545

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FMCOH Wiregrass Ranch Hospital Location:

Wesley Chapel, Florida Position:

Medical Lab Scientist II Department:

Laboratory

Elevating Healthcare in Wesley Chapel and West Florida, Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital is poised to revolutionize healthcare in Wesley Chapel and the broader West Florida region. This five‑story, state‑of‑the‑art multi‑specialty hospital spans 380,000 square feet, purpose‑built to serve one of Florida’s fastest‑growing communities with exceptional, outcomes‑focused care.

Designed for Excellence

Opening with 102 beds, expandable to 300 beds at full build‑out

9 advanced operating rooms, including a hybrid OR with real‑time imaging capabilities

Comprehensive services in cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, and more

From life‑saving procedures to advanced diagnostics, this facility is engineered to meet the evolving needs of our community with precision and compassion.

Job Summary The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II evaluates, assists in the interpreting of results, and analyzes blood and body fluids using both automated and complex manual methods following established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within established timeframes.

Essential Functions

Evaluates specimens for quality and preanalytical errors.

Verifies results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.

Performs, evaluates, and documents all quality control, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures.

Receives general guidance and direction, typically on moderately complex procedures only.

Possesses knowledge of other laboratory areas and their interrelations.

Works semi‑autonomously to accomplish assigned tasks.

Verifies instrument performance standards including linearity, reportable range and method comparisons.

Demonstrates computer system proficiency including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.

Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies.

Assists with inventory management.

Communicates critical results to the patient caregiver.

Evaluates accuracy of results considering all testing phases to include preanalytical, analytical and post‑analytical sources of error.

Reports work activities, instrument issues, supply issues and pending work at shift change to the oncoming MLS.

Responds to work‑related technical inquiries.

Assists in the training of new team members and students.

Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required.

Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department.

Maintains current job knowledge to effectively instruct students or other personnel.

Follows established policies and procedures to meet regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.

Practices infection control and safety practices and keeps a clean and organized work area.

Maintains confidentiality of patient record, hospital and departmental matters at all times.

Education/Training

Bachelor’s degree required. Associate’s degree and two years of directly related experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree (in addition to the requirements listed in the Experience section).

Successful completion of an approved clinical laboratory training internship.

Licensure/Certification

Maintains current Florida license as a Medical Technologist certified in the specialty or specialties required by the laboratory section(s) assigned.

National Certification such as American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), or American Medical Technologists (AMT) preferred.

Experience One (1) year minimum experience. Based on area of assignment, department specific competencies may be required.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology; Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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