Clinical Laboratory Scientist III

Prime Healthcare • Leavenworth, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist III, internally referred to as the Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or CLS Lead, holds an advanced role with technical oversight responsibilities. This position helps ensure efficient and accurate laboratory operations and supports high-quality patient care through advanced laboratory skills and leadership. The role is based at Saint John Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas, and is offered as a full-time, day-shift position with 8-hour schedules of either 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. A sign-on bonus of $10,000 is available for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply and are discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• ASCP certification or equivalent.
• At least four years of hospital laboratory work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines introduced into the laboratory.
• Interpret laboratory test results, identify abnormalities, and ensure results are accurate and reliable to support patient-care decisions.
• Execute and oversee complex routine and specialized tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids.
• Mentor junior laboratory staff and technicians, provide guidance, and ensure adherence to protocols and standards.
• Train new employees.
• Review quality-control performance and ensure corrective actions are documented when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Implement and monitor quality-control procedures and calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records of laboratory tests and results, and enter data into laboratory information systems.
• Ensure laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options.
• Employer 401(k) options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Life, disability, and other insurance options.
• A $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior