Technical Advisor – Clinical Lab

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute

. Provide technical and scientific oversight of the clinical laboratory .

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeSpring Hill • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical laboratory oversight, quality management, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on quality assurance and personnel competency evaluation. Proficient in coordinating laboratory workflows and implementing quality improvement programs while maintaining effective communication and collaboration across departments.

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Clinical Laboratory OversightQuality Assurance CoordinationRegulatory ComplianceMedical Laboratory Scientist CertificationCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Quality ControlQuality AssuranceCompetency AssessmentData GatheringLaboratory Workflow StandardizationPreventive MaintenanceTechnical Problem ResolutionInventory ManagementClinical Testing SupportRegulatory Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsEmotional IntelligenceEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeLaboratory EquipmentQuality Management SystemsElectronic Consultation ToolsData Analysis Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Florida Medical/Clinical Laboratory Technologist LicenseNational Medical Technologist CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

COLACLIAClinical Laboratory ScienceQuality Improvement ProgramsRegulatory Agencies Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical and scientific oversight of the clinical laboratory
Ensure laboratory quality programs and services meet regulatory standards and established policies and procedures
Coordinate and implement lab quality management and quality improvement programs
Collaborate with laboratory leadership to maintain standardized laboratory workflows
Perform quality assurance coordination, monitoring, and reporting
Review Quality Control, Quality Assurance, proficiency testing, and equipment/analyzer service and preventive maintenance records
Provide on-site, telephone, or electronic consultation to clinic lab personnel
Prepare clinic laboratories for COLA and CLIA validation surveys and facilitate surveys
Coordinate inspection information, documentation, and data gathering
Identify knowledge gaps and provide in-service education
Evaluate testing personnel competency and proficiency
Perform direct-observation competency assessments at required frequencies
Resolve technical problems and ensure corrective actions are taken when test systems deviate from specifications
Monitor quality indicators and provide timely feedback to staff
Support company financial goals, including responsible inventory management
Serve as a subject matter expert in cross-departmental presentations and related projects
Support new clinical and pathology test offerings, technology improvements, workflow or system changes, and analyzer/equipment upgrades
Complete duties required for compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies
Comply with laws and policies concerning patient care, rights, safety, confidentiality, billing, collections, IT, and disaster recovery
Work at any location as needed to meet company business needs
Work overtime when given sufficient notice
Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical, Biological, Physical, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution required
Current State of Florida Medical/Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required
Current National Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist certification required
Valid Florida driver’s license for travel to other FCS offices required
BLS certification preferred
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting
Critical thinking, problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness
Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and emotionally charged matters
Good command of the English language
Effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills
Active listening and ability to provide balanced feedback
Strong customer focus and ability to build a culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence
Ability to manage time, conflicting priorities, stress, self, and professional development
Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision
Ability to work remotely effectively as required
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and balance competing priorities
Proficient in MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Successful completion of background screening and drug testing
Required vaccinations, including influenza vaccine unless an approved exemption applies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive wages
Tuition reimbursement
401-K match
Pet insurance
Legal insurance
Significant professional opportunities
Career advancement
Training
Comprehensive benefits packages
Influenza vaccination requirement with approved exemptions
Background screening and drug testing as conditions of employment