Clinical Laboratory Scientist III

Prime Healthcare Services; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA and otherleave

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Many other benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist III (Lead MLS) at Saint John Hospital. This full‑time position offers Day shifts (8:00am–4:30pm or 9:00am–5:30pm) in a busy hospital lab environment.

The CLS III will provide advanced technical leadership, oversee complex tests across hematology, chemistry, blood bank, microbiology and more, mentor staff, and ensure accurate results to support high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or equivalent.
• Minimum four years of hospital laboratory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology and related disciplines.
• Interpret lab results and assist doctors in patient care decisions.
• Execute and oversee complex laboratory tests requiring high expertise.
• Mentor junior staff and train new employees while ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Review quality control performance and document corrective actions.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Keep detailed records and input data into the Laboratory Information System.
• Ensure operations comply with hospital policies, government regulations and accreditation.

Skills

ASCP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Bonus Amount

$10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full-Time

Time: 8-hour - 8:00am to 4:30pm or 9:00am to 5:30pm

Location: Saint John Hospital – Leavenworth, KS

We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist III, internally referred to as our Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or CLS Lead. The Clinical Lab Scientist III (CLS III) will hold a more advanced role with technical oversite responsibilities. The CLS III will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and accurate operation of the laboratory, contributing to high-quality patient care through their advanced skills and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory
• Interpret lab test results and identify any abnormalities, ensure the accuracy and reliability of these results to assist doctors in making informed decisions about patient care
• Execute and oversee complex laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids, this may include both routine and specialized tests, that require a higher level of expertise
• Mentor junior laboratory staff and technicians, provide guidance, and ensure adherence to protocols and standards, you may also be responsible for training new employees
• Review quality control performance, ensure documentation of corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain high standards in laboratory testing, you may also calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
• Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory tests performed and their results, input data into our laboratory information systems
• Ensure all laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements

Qualifications

• ASCP certification, or equivalent
• Minimum of four years of hospital laboratory work experience required
• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489)

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf