Clinical Lab Scientist – MLS Generalist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Intermittent Clinical Laboratory Scientist at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, KY.

The role supports the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service with duties spanning pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases, while pursuing required MLS/MT certification as applicable. Applicants must meet education, citizenship, and English proficiency requirements; non-certified applicants may be considered for temporary roles and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Certification options include MLS Generalist or MT Generalist.
• Non-certified applicants may be hired on a temporary basis and work toward certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliant clinical laboratory testing according to standards.
• Maintain quality control and quality assurance practices.
• Read, interpret, and apply complex written instructions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading instructions

Lab testing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science

Master's degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

MLS Generalist certification

MT Generalist certification

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking an Intermittent Clinical Laboratory Scientist at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville, KY.

The role supports the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service with duties spanning pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases, while pursuing required MLS/MT certification as applicable. Applicants must meet education, citizenship, and English proficiency requirements; non-certified applicants may be considered for temporary roles and