Medical Laboratory Scientist — Precision Testing, Day Shift

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

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform comprehensive laboratory testing, ensuring accurate and timely results for patient care.

The role includes calibrating and maintaining instruments, documenting results, participating in QA/QI activities, and mentoring students and staff. Phlebotomy and potential cross-location coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• BS in Biological, Physical, Chemical or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• MLS certification through ASCP or AMT or eligible within 6 months of hire.
• Meets CLIA requirements for high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes patient, control and proficiency testing specimens and records results promptly.
• Calibrates, maintains, operates and troubleshoots instrumentation and documents activities.
• Completes continuing education and documents it per policy.
• Mentors students, staff, residents and other health care providers as applicable.
• Maintains supplies and prepares, labels and stores reagents and specimens.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Performs phlebotomy and sample collection as applicable.
• Floats to other locations as needed.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Phlebotomy

Instrument calibration

Quality assurance

Education

B.S. in Biological/Physical/Chemical/Clinical Lab Science

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform comprehensive laboratory testing, ensuring accurate and timely results for patient care.

The role includes calibrating and maintaining instruments, documenting results, participating in QA/QI activities, and mentoring students and staff. Phlebotomy and potential cross-location coverage may be required.