Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology, Third Shift

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000/year

35% Clarkson College discount

Career advancement support with cost‑s

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our lab team on the third shift. You will perform diagnostic testing to support physicians and clinicians, ensuring accurate evaluation of complex laboratory results and timely reporting to care teams.

The role requires ASCP/AMT or equivalent MLS certification within 12 months of eligibility, strong communication, teamwork, initiative and flexibility, and a commitment to excellent customer service in a high‑quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or bachelor’s with specified science courses for MLS certification.
• Certified MLS by ASCP, AMT or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required.
• Equivalent certifications include MT (ASCP) or CLS (NCA) before 2004 or MLS(ASCPi) internationally.
• Certification maintained via ASCP Board of Certification CM after initial certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in screening, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Use knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex lab testing efficiently.
• Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in MLS

Science coursework for MLS eligibility

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Shift Details: Third Shift, Thursday to Wednesday, 7 on 7 off 9pm to 7am.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Use comprehensive knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex laboratory testing in an efficient manner. Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelor’s degree with specified number of science courses for MLS certification required.
• Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required.
• Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT (ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS (NCA)) prior to 2004 or International certification and qualification: International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi) required.
• Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP ---Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.
• Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics.

Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families.

Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help your patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.