Florida Medical Clinic·Wesley Chapel, Florida
The Medical Laboratory Scientist II analyzes blood and body fluids using automated and manual methods to ensure high-quality laboratory results. They are also responsible for evaluating specimens, performing quality control, and assisting in the training of new team members.
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 a general guidance and direction, typically on moderately complex procedures only. Has knowledge of other areas in the laboratory and how they are related. Works semi-autonomously to accomplish task assigned. Verify 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. Evaluate accuracy of results considering all phases of testing 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.
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) years minimum experience. Based on area of assignment department specific competencies may be required.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or an Associate's degree with two years of relevant experience, along with completion of a clinical laboratory internship. A current Florida license as a Medical Technologist is required, with national certification preferred.
Market context
Florida medical lab scientist roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, reference labs, and health systems that rely on timely diagnostic testing. This role is competitive because employers often want both ASCP certification and Florida clinical laboratory licensure at hire, so candidates with current credentials and recent bench experience stand out. Before applying, confirm your Florida license status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which condense the original job description to save research time.
