Medical Lab Scientist II- FT Days

About Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital

Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the Brevard County Space Coast as a trusted healthcare provider since 2002. Conveniently located in Melbourne, the 119-bed hospital features all private rooms and is designed for patient comfort and a positive experience. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians, and medical professionals delivers high-quality, compassionate care with advanced technology and expertise in cardiovascular care, digestive health, emergency care, orthopedics, and surgical services.

Why Orlando Health?

• Competitive pay with evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials for qualifying positions
• All-inclusive benefits starting on day one, including:
  • Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
  • Free college education programs
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Paid paternity leave and fertility benefits
  • Backup elder and childcare, pet insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Employee-centric culture recognized as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare

Responsibilities

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
• Works semi-autonomously with general guidance on moderately complex procedures
• Verifies instrument performance standards, including linearity, reportable range, and method comparisons
• Demonstrates proficiency in laboratory computer systems for ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions
• Ensures proper utilization and preparation of reagents and supplies; assists with inventory management
• Communicates critical results to patient caregivers
• Evaluates accuracy of results considering preanalytical, analytical, and post-analytical sources of error
• Reports work activities, instrument issues, supply issues, and pending work at shift change
• Responds to technical inquiries related to work
• Assists in training new team members and students
• Maintains regular, punctual attendance consistent with policies and regulatory standards
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures

Other Related Functions

• Performs specimen collection, receiving, and processing as required
• Answers telephones and greets department guests
• 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; maintains a clean and organized work area
• Maintains confidentiality of patient records, hospital, and departmental matters

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Associate’s degree with two years of directly related experience may substitute)
• Successful completion of an approved clinical laboratory training internship
• National certification (e.g., ASCP, AAB, AMT) preferred
• Minimum of one year of experience
• Department-specific competencies may be required based on assignment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including:
  • Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
  • Free college education programs
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Paid paternity leave and fertility benefits
  • Backup elder and childcare, pet insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts