Medical Laboratory Scientist Iii

Position: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST III - 64026314
Requisition No: 877175

Agency:
Department of Health

Working Title:

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST III
- Pay Plan:
Career Service

Position Number:

Salary: $42,561.48 - $46,817.63 Annual

Posting Closing Date: 06/22/2026

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Florida Department of Health

Bureau of Public Health Laboratories

Miami Laboratory

Open Competitive Opportunity

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is independent professional work conducting complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. A state of Florida Clinical Laboratory License is required. This position has On-Call Assignment responsibilities.

Performs testing, coordinates workflow, and provides technical support in Microbiology including result review and reporting. Oversees and performs quality control and quality assurance related documentation in this section, including the performance of control procedures when necessary. Participates in all efforts to meet the expected turn-around-time for the section with emphasis on enhanced service whenever possible as part of our goal to attain and provide quick reliable results for better patient management.

Participates in laboratory proficiency testing. Always follows BOL/DOH safety guidelines.

Removes the brain from animals to be tested for rabies and prepares and examines it for the presence of rabies virus, using fluorescent microscopy and other staining techniques. Respond to On-Call requirements during weekend or holiday hours as needed to perform rabies testing.

Participates in the maintenance of effective documentation and data records for all aspects for sample testing as well as instrument functions. Maintains up-to date inventory of supplies and reagents. Prepares and discards daily medical waste following Bureau of Laboratories Biowaste protocol. Attends staff meetings and required training. Updates procedures as needed.

Performs other laboratory work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum - Medical Technologist or Public Health Licensure

Preferred - Bachelor of Science

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation:
We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration:
We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability:
We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness:
We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence:
We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Miami, Florida

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

* 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

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* Flexible Spending Accounts.

* Tuition waivers.

* And more!

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Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration.

Note:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this…