Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Florida
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Florida are among the most active in the country, driven by the state's large and growing healthcare infrastructure across hospital systems, reference laboratories, and outpatient diagnostics, with openings at every level from entry-level generalist through senior and lead positions. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, where major employers such as HCA Florida, AdventHealth, and Quest Diagnostics maintain significant operations. The most in-demand specialties are clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
Baptist Health is looking to add a highly motivated and skilled Medical Lab Scientist to join our team working at Baptist Downtown. This is a PRN opportunity. Must be available for weekend coverage.
As a Medical Lab Scientist, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Maintaining expertise and performing technical, specimen collection/processing, LIS, general department, and clerical functions in laboratory areas where applicable.
Maintaining records of performance as defined in the SOP manuals
Supervision by Director and Section Supervisors; can perform all responsibilities without on-site supervision.
Supervising MLTs as General Supervisor and serving as Charge Technologist in the absence of other lab supervisors or MTs.
May instruct new employees and students.
Experience Requirements:
Less than 1 year Medical Technologist Experience
Education & Credentials Requirements:
Associate's Degree Required
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Certified Medical Technologist (MT) Preferred
Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Preferred
Licensed Medical Technologist Required
Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technician Required
License note: Candidates licensed prior to 1997 are not required to have certification per the State of Florida Licensure Rules.
Primary Location:
Downtown - Main BuildingAbout Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
Baptist Health is looking to add a highly motivated and skilled Medical Lab Scientist to join our team working at Baptist Downtown. This is a PRN opportunity. Must be available for weekend coverage.
As a Medical Lab Scientist, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Maintaining expertise and performing technical, specimen collection/processing, LIS, general department, and clerical functions in laboratory areas where applicable.
Maintaining records of performance as defined in the SOP manuals
Supervision by Director and Section Supervisors; can perform all responsibilities without on-site supervision.
Supervising MLTs as General Supervisor and serving as Charge Technologist in the absence of other lab supervisors or MTs.
May instruct new employees and students.
Experience Requirements:
Less than 1 year Medical Technologist Experience
Education & Credentials Requirements:
Associate's Degree Required
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Certified Medical Technologist (MT) Preferred
Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Preferred
Licensed Medical Technologist Required
Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technician Required
License note: Candidates licensed prior to 1997 are not required to have certification per the State of Florida Licensure Rules.
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Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BayCare Health System17
- Quest Diagnostics9
- UF Health6
- Baptist Health6
- Tampa General Hospital4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Medical Devices
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs across Florida.
- Active Florida clinical laboratory license issued by the Florida Department of Health
- Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a closely related clinical science
- ASCP Board of Certification as MLS(ASCP) or equivalent national certification
- Demonstrated proficiency in high-volume clinical analyzers and laboratory information systems
- Experience performing and validating testing across at least two core laboratory disciplines
- Strong knowledge of CLIA regulations, quality control procedures, and accreditation standards
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist in Florida?
To work as a medical laboratory scientist in Florida, you must hold a clinical laboratory license issued by the Florida Department of Health, which requires completing an accredited bachelor's degree program in medical laboratory science and passing a recognized national certification exam such as the MLS(ASCP). Florida requires licensure before you can perform testing independently, so you apply through the Department of Health after earning your degree and passing your board exam.
Which companies hire medical laboratory scientists in Florida?
Employers hiring medical laboratory scientists in Florida right now include BayCare Health System, Quest Diagnostics, and UF Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's high concentration of large hospital systems and national reference laboratory networks means consistent openings across a wide range of facility types and specialties throughout the state.
Which Florida cities have the most medical laboratory scientist jobs?
Jacksonville, Tampa, and Leesburg have the most medical laboratory scientist openings in Florida. Miami leads because of its dense cluster of hospital systems and independent reference labs serving a large metropolitan population, while Tampa and Orlando generate steady volume through their major health system campuses and expanding outpatient diagnostics networks.
Are there remote medical laboratory scientist jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Most medical laboratory scientist work requires hands-on specimen handling and direct analyzer operation in a licensed facility, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of medical laboratory scientist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in laboratory informatics, data review, or telephathology support roles rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a medical laboratory scientist in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a laboratory associate or medical laboratory technician role at a large Florida hospital system while completing or having just completed your degree. AdventHealth and HCA Florida both run new-graduate transition programs that pair entry-level hires with senior scientists on the bench. Lateral moves from phlebotomy or histology technician positions are a common bridge, and holding a current Florida Department of Health license application in progress gives candidates a meaningful edge when competing for those first roles.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across hospital systems, reference laboratories, and outpatient facilities. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly.
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