Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/ASCP)

Clay County Medical Center; Clay Center (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clay County Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT/CLS ASCP eligible) to perform clinical chemistry, microbiology, and related analyses. You will operate microscopes and automated analyzers, collect urine drug screens for employees, and ensure strict quality control and accurate result reporting.

The role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and adherence to hospital policies with ongoing education and in-services to maintain competency and safety.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate precision in specimen handling and processing.
• Maintain proficiency through ongoing education and in-services.
• Adhere to lab policies on quality control and QA.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical chemistry, microbiology, blood bank analyses as directed by the laboratory supervisor.
• Operate microscopes and automated analyzers to analyze blood and body fluids.
• Collect and process urine drug screens for hospital employees and applicants.
• Maintain records ensuring proficiency testing samples are processed like patient samples.
• Identify and resolve test performance issues and document corrective actions.
• Ensure timely reporting of results only after remedial actions are completed.
• Follow all procedures and policies for quality assurance and safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Cooperation

Adaptability

Continuing education

Education

MLS/MT/CLS ASCP eligible

Tools

Microscopes

Automated analyzers

Quality control instruments

Job description

Clay County Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT/CLS ASCP eligible) to perform clinical chemistry, microbiology, and related analyses. You will operate microscopes and automated analyzers, collect urine drug screens for employees, and ensure strict quality control and accurate result reporting.

The role requires attention to detail, strong teamwork, and adherence to hospital policies with ongoing education and in-services to maintain competency and safety.