Medical Lab Scientist II

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Career Development

$10,000 Sign On Bonus

$3,000 Relocation

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time Monday - Friday 8-hour shifts with rotating weekends

Shift : Evenings 2pm - 10:30pm

The community youll be caring for: AdventHealth Kissimmee

Location: 2450 N Orange Blossom Trail, Kissimmee, FL 34744

• AdventHealth Kissimmee is a 242-bed community-focused hospital

• Conveniently located near Walt Disney World

• The team is here is dedicated to bringing mission-focused, faith-based care to residents and visitors of Osceola and Orange Counties

• AdventHealth Kissimmee has recently expanded our existing tower by 3-floors and 80-beds, including new ancillary spaces such as Inpatient Rehab, Inpatient Dialysis, Laboratory, and Imaging services.

The role youll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies.

Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area

Participates in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports

May assess competencies according to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations Performs other duties as assigned

The expertise and experiences youll need to succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION:

REQUIRED:

In licensure states, Laboratory Licensure in appropriate specialty(ies) for the department or location assignment as applicable to the state

-OR

In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, biological sciences or related

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of technical experience

Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures and processes performed in department or work area assigned

and ensures adherence of staff, to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times

Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision

Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings

Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner

Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to operate computer systems in order to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Laboratory

Organization: AdventHealth Kissimmee

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25024008

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.