Medical Laboratory Scientist | Clinical Laboratory
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Overview
About UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital:
With over 60 years of trusted service, UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital — part of the University of Florida Health system — stands as a premier medical center in Central Florida. Conveniently located near Leesburg and The Villages, we’re proud to serve our community with compassionate, advanced care. As home to one of Florida’s most extensive open-heart programs, our hospital has earned the highest Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation from the American College of Cardiology.
Overview
About UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital:
With over 60 years of trusted service, UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital — part of the University of Florida Health system — stands as a premier medical center in Central Florida. Conveniently located near Leesburg and The Villages, we’re proud to serve our community with compassionate, advanced care. As home to one of Florida’s most extensive open-heart programs, our hospital has earned the highest Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation from the American College of Cardiology.
Our services span far beyond cardiology. We offer cutting-edge robotic-assisted surgery, advanced stroke and emergency care, world-class orthopedics, and comprehensive labor and delivery services. At UF Health, we’re not just treating patients — we’re transforming lives.
Position Overview :
We are currently seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) to join our dynamic Laboratory team. This role is ideal for a clinical laboratory scientist or med tech who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment and is committed to delivering accurate, timely diagnostic results.
Why Join UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital?
Whether you are an MLS, MT, MLT, or clinical laboratory scientist, this is your opportunity to be part of something greater — a collaborative lab team working to support world-class patient care across UF Health’s network in Leesburg, The Villages, and throughout Central Florida. We offer a supportive work environment, access to cutting-edge diagnostic tools, and opportunities for professional growth within the University of Florida health system.
* The Villages Charter School eligible position!!
* Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Perform a broad range of clinical laboratory tests and analyses in areas such as hematology, chemistry, immunology, and microbiology.
- Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments with precision and care.
- Ensure accuracy of results by adhering to quality control, safety protocols, and all regulatory standards (CAP, CLIA, etc.).
- Maintain detailed documentation of procedures and patient test data.
- Communicate critical findings promptly to physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams.
- Support continuous lab operations with a focus on organization, cleanliness, and efficiency.
Required Qualifications :
- Associate’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related scientific field.
- Current Florida Clinical Laboratory Technologist license (required for MT, MLS, MLT roles).
Preferred Qualifications :
- Certification through ASCP or equivalent is strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in a hospital or clinical lab setting is a plus.
- Seniority level
Entry level
- Employment type
Full-time
- Job function
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