Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) – West-Central Florida

Medical Technologist (MT/MLS) Night Shift West-Central Florida
Permanent & Full-Time Direct Hire
Third Shift 10:00 PM 6:30 AM
Rotating Weekends

A hospital located in West-Central Florida, approximately one hour north of Tampa, is seeking an experienced Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join its laboratory team.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity working primarily overnight shifts with rotating weekends. The ideal candidate will have strong hospital laboratory experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.

• Full-time, permanent position
• Third shift: 10:00 PM 6:30 AM
• 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts may be utilized based on department scheduling needs
• Rotating weekends
• Night-shift position
• On-call responsibilities may be required

• $27.09 $37.92/hour
• Salary range based on experience and qualifications
• $2.00/hour on-call differential
• $2.50/hour night differential
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for night shift
• Relocation assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Permanent, direct-hire opportunity

• Perform clinical laboratory testing accurately and efficiently according to established procedures.
• Process, evaluate, and analyze patient specimens while maintaining proper specimen identification and handling.
• Review laboratory results for accuracy and identify abnormal or critical values.
• Follow established protocols for result verification and reporting.
• Perform quality control testing and document corrective actions as required.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Communicate critical laboratory results promptly to the appropriate clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Prioritize testing according to clinical urgency while maintaining appropriate turnaround times.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory and clinical teams to support quality patient care.
• Follow all laboratory safety, infection control, chemical hygiene, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and laboratory projects.
• Assist with additional laboratory duties as needed to support daily department operations.

• Associate or Bachelor s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist experience required.
• Hospital laboratory experience strongly preferred.
• Must already hold an active Florida Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory license at the time of submission.
• Florida license must be provided and included with the candidate s submittal.
• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred, as applicable.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work overnight shifts, rotating weekends, and participate in on-call coverage as required.

• Permanent, full-time direct-hire opportunity.
• Primarily third-shift schedule.
• 10:00 PM 6:30 AM overnight hours.
• Rotating weekends.
• Competitive salary range of $27.09 $37.92/hour.
• $2.50/hour night differential.
• $2.00/hour on-call differential.
• $10,000 night-shift sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Located in West-Central Florida, approximately one hour north of Tampa.
• Excellent opportunity for an experienced Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist seeking a permanent hospital laboratory position.

Ready to take the next step in your laboratory career?

For immediate consideration, please contact Veronica at or call/text .