Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)
Location: 5151 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL 32504
Duration: 3+ Months
Shift: Night Shift - 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM
Schedule: 8 Days On / 6 Days Off
Work Schedule: Wednesday through Thursday morning
Vaccination/ Test Requirement:
Hepatitis B (Hep B): Compliance or signed declination required.
Influenza (Flu): Compliance or signed declination required.
Tuberculosis (TB): Required.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella): Required.
Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis): Required.
Varicella (Chickenpox): Required.
Color Vision Screening: Required.
Job Description
The Medical Lab Scientist II is responsible for performing routine and complex laboratory testing procedures, ensuring accurate and timely results to support quality patient care. Responsibilities are interchangeable across Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), and Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) roles, depending on departmental requirements.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Determine specimen acceptability for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure proper functionality.
Make technical decisions related to testing procedures and problem-solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and quality control materials.
Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
Monitor and replenish laboratory testing supplies as needed.
Assist with specimen processing when required.
Maintain a safe working environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field, or meet applicable CLIA and state regulatory requirements.
Minimum of 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
State Medical Technologist license, if required by the applicable state.
ASCP or AMT certification preferred or required, depending on the position requirements.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Proficiency with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to pass a standardized color vision screening.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts based on business needs.
Position is offered by a no fee agency.
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Spectraforce Technologies
Oct 29, 2026