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Medical Laboratory Scientist
A medical laboratory scientist performs diagnostic testing on patient specimens in hospital or clinical labs, analyzing samples through microbiology and hematology testing and other clinical specimen analysis methods. They rely on laboratory information systems (LIS) to manage results, perform instrument calibration and maintenance, and uphold rigorous quality control/assurance standards. Certified through a bachelor's-level program, this professional is precise and detail-driven, providing data that directly informs physician diagnoses and treatment decisions.
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Open Medical Laboratory Scientist roles (5)
Medical Laboratory Scientist
AdventHealth
ADVENTHEALTH HENDERSONVILLE
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
IQVIA
Irving, TX
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Medical Lab Scientist Core Lab - Hematology
AdventHealth
Full-time · Orlando, FL · $26 – $49 / hour
This is a clinical laboratory scientist role performing testing, specimen processing, and equipment maintenance in a core lab at a major hospital system. The role suits experienced lab professionals seeking stable full-time day-shift work with clear advancement opportunities and comprehensive benefits.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist Nights
AdventHealth
Full-time · ADVENTHEALTH OCALA · $26 – $49 / hour
This is a medical laboratory scientist role working night shifts in a hospital setting, performing analytical and pre-analytical testing procedures. The position suits someone with a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science and clinical lab experience who can work independently while supporting a team.
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Lead Medical Lab Scientist
AdventHealth
Full-time · ADVENTHEALTH OCALA · $29 – $53 / hour
AdventHealth seeks an experienced medical lab scientist to lead technical operations, train new staff, and oversee quality assurance in their Ocala hospital laboratory. This role suits someone with clinical lab expertise who enjoys mentoring and can manage both hands-on testing and supervisory responsibilities.
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Where Medical Laboratory Scientists commonly go next: Laboratory Manager.
Laboratory Manager Outreach Services
AdventHealth
Full-time · HU TEXAS HUGULEY MEM MED CNTR · $74,498 – $138,552
This role manages laboratory outreach operations for a health system, overseeing relationships with physician practices, clinics, and other client organizations while handling budgets, staffing, and regulatory compliance. It suits an experienced laboratory professional or healthcare operations leader ready to direct a business unit and develop client relationships across multiple healthcare settings.
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Senior Staff Lab Manager (R5090)
Shield AI
Full-time · Seattle, WA · $200,000 – $300,000
Shield AI is seeking a technical leader to oversee the design, development, and operation of engineering laboratories that support hardware and software development. This role suits someone with deep technical expertise and operational leadership experience who can manage lab infrastructure, modernize systems, and lead a team of engineers and technicians.
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Manager, Environmental Test
Relativity Space
Full-time · Long Beach, CA · $130,000 – $194,000
Lead the environmental test operations for rocket avionics hardware, managing vibration, thermal, and shock testing labs while building and mentoring a growing team of technicians. This role suits experienced operations leaders from aerospace or manufacturing who want hands-on impact scaling launch-critical testing from development through production.
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Medical Technologist
HonorHealth
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Medical Technologist
Inotiv
Gaithersburg, MD
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Lead Laboratory Technologist
Cleveland Clinic
Full-time · Mentor Hospital
A medical technologist position with supervisory and educational responsibilities in a hospital laboratory. This role suits experienced lab professionals who want to combine hands-on testing work with mentoring staff and validating new assays.
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Medical Technologist
Lifepoint Hospitals
Kennewick, WA
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