Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced - Blood Gas Lab - First Shift

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories in Durham, NC, seeks a Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced in the Blood Gas Lab for the first shift. The role requires MLS certification, a BS/BA in a lab science, and at least two years of MLS experience.

A $7,500 commitment bonus is offered for a 1-year commitment. Responsibilities include performing routine and complex tests, operating instrumentation, ensuring quality control, and contributing to lab inspections and new test development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science field or Medical Technology.
• Generalist certification required for general laboratories.
• Two years of experience as a certified MLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests to obtain data for diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate manual or computerized instrumentation and maintain calibration of equipment.
• Process patient samples and ensure proper identification and quality control.
• Troubleshoot assay issues and communicate problems to senior staff.
• Participate in lab inspections, documentation, and procedure reviews.
• Provide guidance and instruction to students, interns, and staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology

Generalist certification

Job description

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Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced - Blood Gas Lab - First Shift

Work Arrangement:

Requisition Number: 273371

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Date: Aug 6, 2026

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Duke University Health System Clinical Laboratories

Pursue your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in the state-of-the-art Duke Health laboratories. Duke Health laboratories are College of American Pathologists accredited and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments certified. The multidisciplinary team is committed to serving the rare and complex testing needs of Duke Health patients by providing timely and accurate results, educating the next generation of laboratorians, scientists and physicians, and researching and developing the cutting-edge diagnostics of tomorrow.

Medical Lab Scientist, Advanced in the Blood Gas Lab at Duke University Hospital. Monday - Friday, First Shift.

This position is eligible for a $7,500 commitment bonus, for a 1-year commitment.

General Description

Perform a variety of routine and complex technical tasks in the performance of laboratory tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Job duties are dependent on the laboratory and may be composed of a combination of the following duties and responsibilities related to the specialization.

Work Performed

• Perform a variety of tests in clinical laboratories using standard techniques and equipment; perform related duties in the laboratory to include specimen handling, using manual and automatic equipment to test specimens, and performing and reporting analytical tests.
• Operate manual or computerized instrumentation.
• Calibrate andmaintaininstrumentation according to standard operating procedures.
• Process patient samples for testing using appropriate identification techniques and written procedures to ensure quality material for testing.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of assay problems as directed by senior staff.
• Communicate problems/issues toappropriate individuals.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Participate in the development of new medical laboratory tests and techniques.
• Participate in the preparation for lab inspections.
• Review lab inspection documents and procedures tomaintainknowledge.
• Bring any non-compliance issues to the attention of upper-level staff.
• Performproficiencytesting as directed to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Document quality control and quality assurance results.
• Notify upper-level personnel of instrument malfunctions or unusual or unexpected data or results.
• Review written procedures and policies for accuracy and submit changes to manager or designee.
• Understand, comply with, and perform all necessary safety procedures.
• Maintain compliance with safety training.
• Report all safety incidents within 24 hours.
• Attend all laboratory meetings, safety training, and compliance training as required.
• Comply with competency testing procedures for laboratory staff.
• Serve as a resource person/role model, as per guidelines determined by laboratory management.
• Comply with laboratory training programs.
• Provide technical guidance and instruction to students, interns, residents, staff, and other employees.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
• Use behaviors that support achievement of balanced scorecard targets and support DUHS values.
• Consistently cooperate and communicate effectively with co-workers to ensure effective workflow.

Knowledge,Skillsand Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical LaboratoryScience;or Medical Technology.
• Generalist certificationrequiredfor general laboratories. Generalist or specialty certificationrequiredfor specialty laboratories.
• Minimum educational or experience requirements may bemodifiedon a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the CLIA Director, provided minimal CLIA requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.

Experience

Two years of experience as a certified MLS.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Generalist or specialty certification by a nationally recognized board or agency (required). Certification will vary depending on laboratory. Master of Science in lieu of certification for the Biochemical Genetics Laboratory.

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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas- an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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