Medical Lab Scientist - Precision Diagnostics & QA

The University of Kansas Health System; Great Bend (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Hospital is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform comprehensive laboratory testing and ensure accurate, timely results. The MLS will work in a fast-paced hospital laboratory, analyzing patient specimens, validating results, and contributing to patient care.

The role requires a B.S. in Clinical Lab Science/Medical Technology or equivalent, eligibility for MLS certification, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Clinical Lab Science/Medical Technology or an accredited equivalent.
• MLS certification eligibility through ASCP or equivalent within designated timeframe.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results.
• Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation and completes documentation.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection as applicable.
• Mentors students, employees, residents and other health care providers when applicable.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

Skills

ASCP MLS Certification

BLS Certification

Clinical Lab Testing

Phlebotomy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Clinical Lab Science

NCCLS approved training program

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Hospital is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform comprehensive laboratory testing and ensure accurate, timely results. The MLS will work in a fast-paced hospital laboratory, analyzing patient specimens, validating results, and contributing to patient care.

The role requires a B.S. in Clinical Lab Science/Medical Technology or equivalent, eligibility for MLS certification, and BLS.