Medical Lab Scientist / MLS

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Wellness resources

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for the evening shift in Topeka, KS. This part-time position requires a solid background in clinical laboratory testing and ASCP certification.

You will perform routine and specialized lab procedures, ensure quality control, and participate in proficiency testing and staff training as needed. The role supports patient care through accurate laboratory results and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a chemical, physical or biological science.
• ASCP or equivalent certification is required.
• Certification must be maintained without lapse during employment.
• Previous clinical lab experience as MLT/MT/CLS/MLS within a clinical lab.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special laboratory procedures with accuracy.
• Conduct quality control and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in quality assurance, training, and proficiency testing when assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control

Statistical concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science/biological sciences

ASCP or equivalent certification

Certification must be maintained without lapse

Job description

Overview

Join our team as an evening shift, part-time, Medical Lab Scientist in Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:

Responsibilities

• The Medical Lab Scientist functions as a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the performance of clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis.
• This position performs routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, preventative maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation.
• Will additionally participates in quality assurance, performance improvement, laboratory education, new employee training, and proficiency testing when assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree or Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a chemical, physical or biological science.
• ASCP or equivalent.
  • Certification within a specific area, i.e. M(ASCP), H(ASCP), C(ASCP) qualifies.
  • Certification must be maintained without lapse during employment.
• If certification does lapse, job will be downgraded to Medical Laboratory Scientist (non-certified) until certification is reinstated.
• Previous clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist within a clinical laboratory.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.