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AdventHealth Ocala
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist
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What they do
A Medical Laboratory Scientist specializes in collecting and analyzing body fluids using complex chemical and microscopic tests. Workplaces include clinical laboratories at hospitals, references labs, biotech labs and non-clinical industrial labs.
$63,427 / year median in Florida
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (part of AdventHealth Corporate) 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars 1500 SW 1st Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471 $28.68
- $53.35 an hour
- Full-time AdventHealth Ocala 43 reviews $28.68
- $53.35 an hour
- Full-time Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger.
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100%Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule:
Full timeShift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
1500 SW 1ST AVE City:
OCALA State:
Florida Postal Code:
34471Job Description:
Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students, acting as a preceptor when teaching new staff and students, and documenting orientation and training. Provides guidance to technical and support staff, resolves customer service issues within guidelines, and supports education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Follows appropriate safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities. Assists the laboratory management with special projects as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned Follows 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 documentsEducation:
Bachelor's [Required]Field of Study:
in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing 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.Required Work Experience:
2+ years of technical experience [Required]Sign On Bonus:
$10,000Relocation Bonus:
$5,000- $10,000
Additional Information:
Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.Physical Requirements:
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Pay Range:
$28.68- $53.