Medical Lab Scientist I **35.31/HR**
About the role
Join our Core Laboratory team as a Medical Lab Scientist I and play an important role in delivering accurate and timely results that support quality patient care. This position is ideal for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or Medical Laboratory Technician who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis.
- Review and verify specimens for testing.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
- Perform quality control and routine maintenance procedures.
- Accurately analyze and report patient test results.
- Assist with specimen processing and preparation as needed.
- Maintain laboratory supplies and support daily workflow.
- Follow all laboratory safety and PPE requirements.
- Collaborate with technologists, phlebotomists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient laboratory operations.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or related science field OR Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- ASCP or AMT certification required (or eligibility to sit for the MLS exam)
- 0-2 years of clinical laboratory experience, laboratory training, or relevant education
- Experience or knowledge in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis testing
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to work with laboratory systems
- Ability to pass a color vision screening
Preferred:
- Experience with SoftLab LIS
- Experience with Cerner Community Works EMR
- Hospital or clinical laboratory experience
Benefits
If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Pay
The pay range for this position is $35.31 - $35.31/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Schedule
Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM | Rotating Weekends
This is a Contract position based out of Wichita, KS. This is a fully onsite position.