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Medical Lab Scientist III Microbiology Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm (ORMC) AFB Experience Required

Orlando Health·Orlando, Florida

Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

Perform high-complexity microbiology testing focused on the detection and identification of mycobacterial organisms. Ensure quality control, maintain laboratory instruments, and provide guidance to less experienced team members.

Position Summary

Looking for an opportunity to apply your advanced microbiology expertise? Join our AFB Microbiology team as an MLS III and contribute to a highly specialized laboratory environment focused on the detection and identification of mycobacterial organisms. Ideal candidates will have experience with AFB specimen processing, culture interpretation, acid-fast staining, organism identification, and susceptibility testing, along with a commitment to quality, accuracy, and patient-centered care.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm 🌟 Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work🌟 At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients.

As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one: Health & Wellness Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) On-site pharmacy and discounted health services Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year Financial Security Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost Time Away & Family Support Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring Learning & Career Growth “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out‑of‑pocket costs Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)

Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training Extra Perks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing’s contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service excellence. Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. 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. Provides guidance and direction to other team members with less experience. Only receives guidance for most complex procedures. Works independently within broad guidelines, rather than prescribed procedures. Able to assist with troubleshooting problems and recommending possible solutions. Explains difficult or sensitive information in a manner that is easy to understand. Performs high complexity testing. 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. Able to provide guidance on potential sources of error or interfering substances Utilizes theoretical knowledge and critical thinking skills to help troubleshoot unusual situations; regularly reports unresolved issues to the immediate supervisor. Works independently to accomplish task assigned. Evaluate accuracy of results considering all phases of testing to include preanalytical, analytical and post analytical sources of error Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures for test performance, quality control, and preventative maintenance. 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. Other Related Functions Performs specimen collection procedures, specimen receiving and processing as required. Answers the telephone and greets guests to the department. Maintains current job knowledge in order to effectively instruct students or other personnel. Responsible for an active role in the laboratory quality improvement program. Follows the 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.

Qualifications

  • Education/Training Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 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 Two (2) years experience required.
  • Based on area of assignment department specific competencies may be required.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree, a current Florida Medical Technologist license, and at least two years of experience. National certification (ASCP, AAB, or AMT) is preferred.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Quality Control
  • Inventory Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Patient Care
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Specimen Collection
  • Microbiology
  • Computer System Proficiency
  • High Complexity Testing
  • Susceptibility Testing
  • Clinical Laboratory Training
  • Organism Identification
  • Culture Interpretation
  • AFB Specimen Processing
  • Acid-fast Staining

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Medical insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student loan repayment
  • Fertility benefits
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Adoption assistance
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
  • Group life insurance
  • Career development resources
  • Preferred Education Program
  • On-site pharmacy
  • Virtual tutoring
  • Discounted health services
  • Backup child/elder/pet care
  • Prescription dental and vision plans

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Closes
Jul 21, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Orlando Health

Orlando Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization with $7.6 billion of assets under management that serves the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the system was founded more than 100 years ago.

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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