Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Regional not-for-profit health system and hospitals
Under the supervision of Technical Supervisor and Shift Supervisor, performs laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Follows all hospital and laboratory policies, guidelines, procedures and protocols. May assume charge duties in absence of Supervisor.
- Require a Bachelor’s degree in a health science program or medical laboratory science. A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience can be considered in lieu of required degree. Employees hired prior to 1/1/09 are grandfathered into this position.
- Require current Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) license under Chapter 483, Part IV, Florida Statute: 61F-5; or must be obtained within ninety (90) days of hire date. Note: Limited scope of practice will be utilized until licensure has been obtained. Limited Scope: Results entry will not be performed.
- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year experience in a clinical laboratory.
- Prefer excellent communication and listening skills.
- Prefer demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Prefer basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications and office.
- Prefer qualification as an ASCP, AMT, NCA, or an equivalent medical laboratory scientist.
Reputation. Community. Impact. Growth.
Every day, our patients at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System receive a first-class experience in care from a team on a mission to deliver the highest level of care in America. In the process of rising to that challenge, one by one, our people are finding their purpose and feeling their impact. Now it is your turn to see yourself here.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital was recently recognized again by ranking #1 Hospital in the Region by the U.S. News's Best Hospital report by scoring a Perfect 10! Not only that, but SMH was also designated at a national "standout" hospital for earning top ratings in all evaluated conditions and procedures - an accomplishment achieved by less than 1% of the 4000+ hospitals. Our system has also earned Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), as well as these additional accolades: Gallup Great Workplace 2018; recipient of an "A" grade for Patient Safety. Sarasota Memorial Hospital is Magnet designated and the only provider of Level II trauma services, obstetrical services, and Level III neonatal intensive care in Sarasota County.
The benefits of being the best:
Our commitment to becoming the best community hospital and health care system means providing the best possible benefits to our people. Some highlights:
Total Rewards Package
Regional not-for-profit health system and hospitals
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System provides regional hospital and outpatient care in Southwest Florida, operating two acute-care hospitals (the flagship 897-bed Sarasota hospital and SMH-Venice with 212 beds), two freestanding ERs, and a network of outpatient centers with over 2,500 medical staff. Care is delivered across emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services within a single regional network to ensure coordinated, comprehensive treatment. It is the region's only public, not-for-profit health system, serving as a safety net for uninsured and underinsured, which helps it offer broad access and community-focused care. Its goal is to provide accessible, high-quality health care to residents through an integrated network that meets diverse needs.
Explore more opportunities at Sarasota Memorial Health Care System