Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Miramar, FL
Hiring on multiple shifts and departments

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$10,000 Sign On Bonus (External Candidates Only)

15% Shift Differential (Night)

10% Shift Differential (Evening)

10% Weekend Differential

Relocation assistance available!

Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.

Pay Range: $30.00+ per hour; Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
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  MINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• Fin Fit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

• Must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and be proficient troubleshooting all applicable instruments/procedures in the department.
• Provides support to the department in the areas of quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement and the completion of special projects as assigned.
• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
• Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use personal protective equipment, engineering controls and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• May be required, in the absence of a Supervisor, to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Education: BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associate’s degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.

Work Experience: 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.

Race/Color/Sex/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran or any other legally protected status.