Medical Laboratory Scientist — Precision Lab Testing & QA

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide comprehensive clinical laboratory testing and ensure accurate, timely results. The role includes analyzing specimens, calibrating and maintaining instruments, performing phlebotomy, mentoring students and staff, and contributing to quality assurance in a high-complexity lab.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Science in a CLIA high-complexity eligible program and be eligible for MLS

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a CLIA high-complexity program.
• MLS certification eligible within 180 days of hire.
• Meets CLIA high complexity testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze patient and control specimens and record results promptly.
• Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection as applicable.
• Mentor students, employees and residents as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement activities.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality control

Specimen handling

Education

Bachelor of Science Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science / Medical Technology

High School Diploma

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide comprehensive clinical laboratory testing and ensure accurate, timely results. The role includes analyzing specimens, calibrating and maintaining instruments, performing phlebotomy, mentoring students and staff, and contributing to quality assurance in a high-complexity lab.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Science in a CLIA high-complexity eligible program and be eligible for MLS