Medical Laboratory Scientist

DayToDay Health; Lexington (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DayToDay Health in Lexington, Missouri, is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform and interpret routine and complex diagnostic laboratory tests. You will collect specimens, operate analyzers, monitor quality control, and communicate results to clinical teams to support patient care.

The role emphasizes strict safety, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with nurses and providers in a patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Competence in performing and interpreting diagnostic lab tests.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and quality control processes.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and teamwork with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers across core disciplines.
• Run and monitor quality control to ensure reliable results.
• Interpret test results and communicate findings to clinical teams as needed.
• Follow strict safety procedures and comply with applicable regulatory and quality standards.
• Collaborate with nurses and providers in a patient-centered care environment.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality control

Equipment troubleshooting

Safety & compliance

Communication & teamwork

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist will perform and interpret routine and complex diagnostic laboratory tests to produce accurate, timely results that support patient care.

Key Duties

• Collect, process, and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers across core disciplines.
• Run and monitor quality control to ensure reliable results.
• Interpret test results and communicate findings to clinical teams as needed.
• Follow strict safety procedures and comply with applicable regulatory and quality standards.
• Collaborate with nurses and providers in a patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Competence in performing and interpreting diagnostic lab tests.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems and quality control processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical equipment and resolve routine issues.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and teamwork with clinical staff.