Medical Laboratory Scientist

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for onsite work to perform complex diagnostic testing across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and urinalysis, ensuring accurate, timely results to support patient care.

You will receive and prepare specimens, run tests, verify results, maintain quality control, and collaborate with nursing and physician teams while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory testing and result verification
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate professionally
• Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance and safety practices

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, and prepare specimens for analysis
• Run and verify test results in multiple laboratory disciplines
• Perform quality control checks and ensure proper documentation
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with nursing and physician teams to support patient care

Skills

Test result verification

Team communication

Attention to detail

Quality assurance

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist (Onsite) Performs complex diagnostic laboratory testing to support safe, patient-centered care. Processes specimens and conducts, verifies, and documents results across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and urinalysis. Ensures compliance with quality control, safety, and regulatory standards. Maintains accurate records and follows established procedures to deliver timely, reliable data for clinical decision-making.

Key Duties

• Receive, process, and prepare specimens for analysis
• Run and verify test results in multiple laboratory disciplines
• Perform quality control checks and ensure proper documentation
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with nursing and physician teams to support patient care

Qualifications/skills

• Strong knowledge of clinical laboratory testing and result verification
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate professionally
• Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance and safety practices