Medical Lab Scientist / MLS
The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus•Topeka, KS
•Onsite
About The Position
The Medical Lab Scientist is a professional accountable for performing clinical laboratory testing related to patient care and diagnosis. The role performs routine and specialized laboratory procedures, quality control, preventive maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation. The position also participates in quality assurance and performance improvement activities, new employee training, and proficiency testing as assigned. This is a full-time, day-shift position in Topeka, Kansas.
Requirements
- Baccalaureate or associate degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
- ASCP certification or equivalent; certification in a specific area, such as M(ASCP), H(ASCP), or C(ASCP), qualifies.
- Maintain certification without lapse during employment.
- At least 5 years of clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Lab Scientist in a clinical laboratory.
- Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.
Responsibilities
- Perform and take responsibility for clinical laboratory testing related to patient care and diagnosis.
- Perform routine and special laboratory procedures.
- Conduct quality control and preventive maintenance.
- Perform minor equipment repairs.
- Manage inventory control and statistical compilation.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement tasks.
- Participate in new employee training and proficiency testing as assigned.
Benefits
- Career growth opportunities and resources supporting wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- Supportive and inclusive culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
