MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST II - 64003898 1 1

Requisition No: 870486 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST II - 64003898 1 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64003898 

Salary:  $1,402.19 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 03/09/2026 

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 Florida Department of Health

Bureau of Public Health Laboratories

Jacksonville Laboratory

 

Open Competitive Opportunity

 

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) diagnostic and disease management testing on a statewide basis.  The position is in the Retrovirology Unit of the Bureau of Public Health Laboratories, Jacksonville.

 

Performs HIV diagnostic (Antibody Detection); and disease management testing like HIV-1 Viral Loads, HIV-1 Genotyping, HIV-1 NAAT (Nucleic Acid Amplification Testing) on a daily basis for all providers from Florida counties.  Incumbent must be able to adjust workflow and prioritize assignments successfully.

 

Incumbent reviews test results and reports back to the submitter within eight (8) work hours.  Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QC/QA) data and reports are maintained as directed by the laboratory supervisor.  Implement corrective actions as needed per quality assurance plans.

 

Responds to HIV-related laboratory testing questions from administration, subordinates, other agencies or the general public.  Patient specific information is subject to Department of Health security protocols.

 

On a regular basis, participates in training to update technology.  Participates in cross training assignments within the Retrovirology Unit.

 

Assists in special research studies, conducting tests in an appropriate manner.

 

Performs related duties as required.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of terminology, principles and techniques used in analysis and testing.

Knowledge of procedures, techniques & equipment used in lab testing and analysis. 

Skill in the use of lab equipment. 

Ability to communicate effectively. 

Ability to work independently. 

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 

Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

 

Qualifications:

Minimum: Qualified to obtain a FL Clinical Laboratory License.

 

Prefer: AA/AS (MLT) or BS

 

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

 

Where You Will Work:

Jacksonville, Florida

 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
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