Medical Laboratory Scientist Iii

Requisition No: 869610

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST III -  1

Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $1,636.98 Biweekly

Posting Closing Date: 02/23/2026

Location:

Miami, Florida

• Performs all aspects of microbiological testing of enteric, gonococcal, and miscellaneous bacteria.
• Coordinates and oversees testing in microbiology, performs monthly reports, and trains staff in microbiology sections.
• Oversees maintenance of up‑to‑date inventory of supplies, reagents, and media.
• Performs testing for chlamydia/gonorrhea on automated equipment.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance activity, proficiency testing.
• Assists in Laboratory Response Network (LRN) testing of agents of bioterrorism as member of lab surge team, as required.
• Accession specimens into Lab Ware computer system, records and approves results.
• Prepares and discards daily medical waste following Bureau of Laboratories Biowaste protocol.
• Participates in on‑call duty assignments, provides telephone coverage, assesses call urgency, and handles urgent diseases or community‑wide emergencies.
• Attends staff meetings and required training, follows laboratory and department safety policies.

• Perform other lab related duties as required.

• Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.
• Knowledge of procedures, techniques & equipment used in lab testing and analysis.
• Skill in the use of lab equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

• Minimum:
  Medical Technologist or Public Health Licensure.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor of Science.

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• And more!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I‑9 and use the E‑Verify system.

Background checks, drug screening and direct deposit participation are required. Medical or privacy records will be requested as part of the hiring process.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:
Candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.

All applications must provide verification of qualifications and may need to attach supporting documentation.