Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) III — Position Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) III evaluates, interprets, and analyzes blood and body fluids using automated and complex manual methodologies. This role follows established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results within designated timeframes.

Schedule: Dayshift, 6a-2:30pm Mon-Fri in the Molecular Department 

🌟 Why Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work🌟

At Orlando Health, we care about you as much as you care about your patients. As a team member, you’ll enjoy comprehensive benefits from day one:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• On-site pharmacy and discounted health services
• Wellness incentives—earn up to $500/year

Financial Security

• Competitive 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance at no cost

Time Away & Family Support

• Nearly five weeks of PTO—including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Four-week paid parental leave for eligible team members
• Family care support including fertility benefits (up to $25K), adoption assistance (up to $15K), backup child/elder/pet care, and virtual tutoring

Learning & Career Growth

• “Preferred Education Program”: earn degrees or technical certificates with zero out‑of‑pocket costs
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/year) and student loan repayment ($1,200/year)
• Full career development resources: coaching, workshops, events, and leadership training

Extra Perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling services
• Access to discounts on attractions, travel, cell phones, insurance, and more

ORLANDO HEALTH ORLANDO REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Located in downtown Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) has served the Central Florida community for more than 100 years. With 898 acute-care and rehabilitative beds, it is among the largest acute-care facilities in the region and the only Level I Trauma Centers in Central Florida. The hospital has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” in Central Florida and rated high performing in 12 adult procedures and conditions. Orlando Health ORMC holds the most Beacon Awards for Excellence in the state, awarded by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses to units that employ evidence-based practices to improve patient and family outcomes, and is the only adult-care hospital in Orlando to achieve Magnet® Recognition, the gold standard for nursing’s contribution to quality patient care, safety, research and service

excellence.

Orlando Health ORMC is the flagship hospital of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Essential Functions

Specimen & Testing Responsibilities

• Evaluate specimens for quality and pre‑analytical errors.
• Perform high‑complexity testing.
• Verify test results and quality control data for accuracy and reliability.
• Perform, evaluate, and document all quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Verify instrument performance standards (e.g., linearity, reportable range, method comparison).
• Ensure proper utilization, preparation, and storage of reagents and supplies.

Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance

• Utilize critical thinking and theoretical knowledge to troubleshoot unusual testing situations.
• Identify potential sources of error across pre‑analytical, analytical, and post‑analytical phases.
• Provide guidance on interfering substances or error sources.
• Report unresolved issues to the supervisor.
• Participate in developing departmental policies and procedures related to test performance, quality control, and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with inventory management and quality improvement initiatives.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate critical results to patient caregivers in a timely manner.
• Explain complex or sensitive information clearly and effectively.
• Report work activities, instrument issues, supply concerns, and pending work to the oncoming MLS at shift change.
• Respond to work‑related technical inquiries.
• Provide guidance and direction to less experienced team members; receive assistance only for the most complex procedures.
• Assist in training new team members and students.

Operational Responsibilities

• Work independently within broad guidelines.
• Demonstrate proficiency in laboratory computer systems, including ordering, resulting, and inquiry functions.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable federal, state, and local standards.
• Comply with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Perform specimen collection, receiving, and processing as needed.
• Answer departmental phones and greet visitors.
• Maintain current job knowledge to support training and instruction.
• Participate actively in the laboratory quality improvement program.
• Follow infection control and safety standards; maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Uphold confidentiality of patient records and departmental/hospital matters.