Medical Laboratory Scientist I — 4‑Day Week Schedule

Best Care; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist at the Jennie Ed Medical Plaza in Council Bluffs, IA. The position supports diagnostic testing, quality control, and coordination with clinical staff. Work is Monday through Friday, four days per week, with hours from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Qualifications include a BS in MLS/Clinical Laboratory Science or NAACLS-accredited MLS/MLS/CLS certificate, plus 1 year of experience preferred. ASCP certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science or MLS/MT/CLS program required
• NAACLS-accredited MLS/MLS/CLS program certificate required or equivalent
• 1 year of laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Evaluate appropriateness and report tests on patient specimens on all benches.
• Maintain quality control and calibration documentation 100% of the time.
• Ensure PPE compliance and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate flexibility in duties, schedules, and staffing as needed.
• Complete documentation of education and training to ensure competence.

Skills

Medication knowledge

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Instruction following

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Reading/writing

Diversity & inclusion

Education

BS in Medical Laboratory Science

MLS/MT/CLS NAACLS certificate

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist at the Jennie Ed Medical Plaza in Council Bluffs, IA. The position supports diagnostic testing, quality control, and coordination with clinical staff. Work is Monday through Friday, four days per week, with hours from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Qualifications include a BS in MLS/Clinical Laboratory Science or NAACLS-accredited MLS/MLS/CLS certificate, plus 1 year of experience preferred. ASCP certification is a plus.