Medical Lab Scientist PRN

Schedule Information

Shift Type: PRN
Schedule: Days or Nights
Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Locations: AdventHealth Waterman: Tavares, FL
AdventHealth ER Fruitland Park: Fruitland Park, FL

Responsibilities

• Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects.
• Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, and biological specimen processing.
• Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support.
• Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
• May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately.
• Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's [Required], Bachelor's [Preferred] in Laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution OR successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

Qualifications

• Work Experience: 2+ years of clinical lab experience [Preferred]

Skills and Abilities

• Fulfills the requirements of the Corporate Compliance Plan and adheres to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Protects the confidentiality of patient information and results at all times.
• Works independently and adapts to varying priorities, directing workflow with minimal supervision.
• Maintains equipment/records and performs quality assessment activities.
• Communicates effectively in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner.
• Has basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knows general knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use.

Priorities and Workload

Maintains independence and adaptability to varying priorities.

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$23.71 - $48.50