Medical Lab Scientist Advanced - First Shift

Duke University; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Commitment bonus

Job summary

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, NC seeks a Medical Lab Scientist Advanced for first shift. You will perform routine and complex lab tests to aid diagnosis and treatment, calibrate instruments, and ensure specimen integrity. The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and collaboration with staff across the lab.

Bright relocation and commitment bonus incentives are available. Join a facility delivering comprehensive services and a strong patient-centered ethos in a growing

Qualifications

• MLS certified with CLIA compliance knowledge.
• Two years of experience as a certified MLS.
• Bachelors in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tests in clinical laboratories using standard techniques and equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain instrumentation per SOPs.
• Prepare patient samples for testing with proper ID procedures and workflows.
• Document quality control and QA results and report issues promptly.

Skills

MLS certification

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Education

BSc/BA in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science

Generalist/Specialty certification

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

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Medical Lab Scientist Advanced - First Shift

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 271414

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location: Mooresville, NC, US, 28117

Date: Oct 12, 2026

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of the four Duke Health hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

**** This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation and $7,500 Commitment Bonus ****

Location: Duke Health Lake Norman

Work Week: 40 hours, 7:30am-4pm

General Description of the Job Class

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.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

• 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 perform and report analytical tests.
• Operate manual or computerized instrumentation. Calibrate and maintain instrumentation 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 to appropriate 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 to maintain knowledge. Bring any non-compliance issues to the attention of upper level staff.
• Perform proficiency testing 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, and perform with all necessary safety procedures. Maintain compliance with safety training. Report all safety incidents within 24 hours.
• Attend all laboratory meetings, safety and compliance training as required.
• Comply with competency testing procedures for the laboratory staff.
• Train new 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.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education

• Bachelors of Science/Bachelor of Arts in Chemical, Physical, Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science; or Medical Technology. Generalist certification required for General labs. Generalist/Specialty certification required for specialty labs.
• Minimum educational or experience requirements may be modified on a case by case basis at the discretion of the CLIA director as long as minimal CLIA requirements are met by the employee for the tasks being performed.

Experience

• Two years experience as a certified MLS.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
• Promotion to this level is dependent upon successful completion of leadership activities within the Clinical Ladder.
• Requires annual maintenance.

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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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