Medical Laboratory Scientist

Aura Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is looking for a Medical Lab Scientist to join our clinical team in Kansas City, MO. You will perform accurate, timely diagnostic testing and analyze specimens across core laboratory disciplines to support patient care.

You will operate automated analyzers, maintain equipment, and uphold strict quality control and safety standards while collaborating with nurses, physicians, and lab staff to validate results and address issues. Compliance with regulatory guidelines is a must.

Qualifications

• Experience with diagnostic lab testing and specimen analysis.
• Proficient with automated analyzers and lab equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Effective teamwork and communication with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate, timely diagnostic testing to support patient care.
• Process and analyze specimens across core laboratory disciplines.
• Operate and maintain automated analyzers, ensuring proper functionality.
• Follow strict quality control and safety protocols to ensure reliable results.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and lab professionals to validate results and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laboratory guidelines.

Skills

Lab testing procedures

Automated analyzers

Attention to detail

Communication with healthcare teams

Quality assurance & compliance

Tools

Automated analyzers

Job description

Role

Medical Lab Scientist

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate, timely diagnostic testing to support patient care.
• Process and analyze specimens across core laboratory disciplines.
• Operate and maintain automated analyzers, ensuring proper functionality.
• Follow strict quality control and safety protocols to ensure reliable results.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and lab professionals to validate results and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laboratory guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and specimen analysis.
• Ability to operate automated analyzers and laboratory equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Commitment to quality assurance and regulatory compliance.