Laboratory Technician I — Microbiology Research (Onsite)

Children's Mercy Hospital; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Laboratory Technician I. You will handle specimen management, maintain inventory and support general lab operations in a Microbiology Research setting, with a focus on processing samples, quality checks, and team collaboration.

The role requires a HS diploma or equivalent, with On-the-Job training available; 1–2 years phlebotomy or lab experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required or on-the-job training available.
• Phlebotomy or lab-related education/training preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Specimen management including deidentification, freezer storage and retrieval, aliquoting, labelling and shipping.
• Inventory maintenance including shipment receipt and maintaining inventory for shipments received and supplies in hand.
• Maintains general operations of the Laboratory and performs quality assurance activities as assigned.
• Attend weekly lab and team meetings.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training

Job description

Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a Laboratory Technician I. You will handle specimen management, maintain inventory and support general lab operations in a Microbiology Research setting, with a focus on processing samples, quality checks, and team collaboration.

The role requires a HS diploma or equivalent, with On-the-Job training available; 1–2 years phlebotomy or lab experience preferred but not required.