Microbiology Medical Lab Scientist - First Shift

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform diagnostic testing and support physicians with accurate lab results. The role requires MLS certification and a strong focus on quality and teamwork.

The position is full-time with a standard shift in a hospital lab setting. Candidates must demonstrate initiative, effective communication, and flexibility to cover occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related science degree with MLS certification coursework.
• MLS(ASCP), AMT, or equivalent certification within 12 months eligibility/graduation.
• Equivalent certifications include MT(ASCP) or CLS(NCA) prior to 2004, or MLS(ASCPi) international.
• Certification maintained via ASCP BOC CM for those certified since 2004.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians in screening, diagnosis and treatment.
• Conduct highly complex laboratory testing accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrate behavior that fosters a productive work environment and excellent customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in MLS or equivalent

Job description

Shift

First Shift (United States of America). Full Time/ 40 hrs/wk. Flexible start times between 6:30am - 8:30am with occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Use comprehensive knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex laboratory testing in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a bachelor’s degree with specified number of science courses for MLS certification required.
• Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (MLS(ASCP)), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required.
• Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT(ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS(NCA)) prior to 2004 or International certification and qualification: International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi) required.
• Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP -Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.
• Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.