Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Point of Care Testing Coordinator

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per yr

35% Clarkson College discount

Educational support and career growth

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine seeks an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to coordinate point-of-care testing at the bedside and in clinics. The role includes training, quality assurance, regulatory readiness, and collaboration with clinical teams to troubleshoot testing and implement new testing locations.

Earnest about teaching and building relationships, the MLS will help expand laboratory practices across the organization. Travel is occasional within the Omaha area; is full-time, first shift.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clinical laboratory performing high complexity testing.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of a certified clinical program in medical laboratory science, or an associate’s degree with MT (HEW) certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate point-of-care testing performed at bedside and in clinics across the organization.
• Support staff training, competency assessments, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and test validations.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to troubleshoot testing issues and implement testing in new locations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree + MT(HEW)

Tools

MLS(ASCP)

AMT

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Point of Care Testing Coordinator - Full Time

Put your laboratory expertise to work supporting testing where patient care happens. Nebraska Medicine is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to coordinate point-of-care testing performed at the bedside and in clinics across our organization.

In this role, you’ll support reliable testing through staff training, competency assessments, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and test validations. You’ll partner with clinical teams to troubleshoot testing issues, support equipment and systems, and help implement testing in new locations.

You’ll work alongside a team of five coordinators in a shared office environment, with opportunities to collaborate and independently manage your responsibilities. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills are essential for success. If you enjoy teaching, building relationships, and improving laboratory practices, this is an opportunity to expand the impact of your MLS experience.

Shift Details:

• Full time, 40 hours per week.
• Monday through Friday, first shift.
• Rotating on-call coverage one week every five weeks, including overnight and weekend troubleshooting.
• Occasional travel to support clinic testing setup, typically within the Omaha area.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills and delivers exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network. Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect. We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support. Enjoy up to $5,000 per year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and opportunities for continued learning and career advancement.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Details: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Utilize a wide range and depth of technical and specialized knowledge to establish, evaluate, teach, perform, and monitor clinical laboratory procedures performed in the organization’s ancillary or clinical areas according to regulatory requirements to support continuous quality improvement of laboratory services.

Required Qualifications: Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Minimum of two years of experience in a clinical laboratory performing high complexity testing required.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of a certified clinical program in medical laboratory science or associate’s degree and MT (HEW) certification required.
• Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
• Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT).
• Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT(ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency.

Preferred Qualifications: Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Laboratory regulatory requirements experience preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.