Medical Laboratory Scientist/Cert/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist - Certified (Core Lab) to perform clinical tests across blood gas, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, and urinalysis in a fast paced academic medical center. The role supports Level I trauma center operations and patient care through accurate, timely reporting.

The position is located in the Core Lab with responsibilities across multiple sites, including Chandler, Good Samaritan, ED Satellite and Markey Satellite.

Qualifications

• BS required; MLS certification preferred.
• ASCP certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing in core lab: blood gas, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, urinalysis.
• Ensure accuracy and timely result reporting across testing sites (Chandler, Good Samaritan, ED Satellite, Markey Satellite).
• Maintain quality and operate state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation.

Skills

Customer service

Technical & troubleshooting

Detail oriented

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Proficient writing

Hospital electronic systems

Medical terminology

Independent and team oriented

Education

BS

Tools

Microsoft Office

HIS/EMR systems

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Medical Laboratory Scientist/Cert/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55647

Working Title

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Certified (Core Lab)

Department Name

H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

11

Salary Range

$27.00-45.70/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

American Society for Clinical Pathology ( ASCP ) certification must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire

Physical Requirements

This position will require the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time as well occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds and push/pull objects over 50 pounds. Sitting at computer workstations for extended periods, along with repetitive motion.

Shift

Three 12-hr shifts per week. Rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. May include call based on needs of department.

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Certified will be responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of this Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center. This position will be instrumental in maintaining a quality of service based on accuracy and timely result reporting. This position will be located in the Core Lab, and testing will include, but is not limited to, blood gas, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, and urinalysis. The Core Lab has multiple testing sites within the organization: Chandler, Good Samaritan, ED Satellite and Markey Satellite. The CAP -Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. In addition, this department provides services to all aspects of the University of Kentucky’s Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including KY Children’s Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Exceptional customer service, excellent technical & troubleshooting skills, detail oriented, and collaboration skills with different positions across the organization. Other skills include Microsoft Office knowledge & proficient writing ability, hospital electronic systems, knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to work independently as well as being team oriented.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS- MLS Preferred

Deadline to Apply

11/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.