PRN Medical Lab Scientist; MLS - General Lab - UH Lakewood Medical Center; varied shifts per w

PRN Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - General Lab - UH Lakewood Medical Center

Join University Health KC as a PRN Medical Laboratory Scientist and play a critical role in delivering fast, accurate diagnostic results that impact patient care.

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Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri

Department
General Lab UHLMC

Position Type
Part time

Work Schedule
6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Hours Per Week
4

Job Description
Are you passionate about advancing healthcare through precise diagnostics? Join our dedicated team as a Medical Laboratory Scientist and help provide high‑complexity testing on blood and body fluids to assist in diagnosing and treating disease. You will collaborate with skilled professionals in a state‑of‑the‑art laboratory environment.

• Make an impact: contribute to life‑saving decisions at a busy Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Career growth: expand your knowledge across multiple specialties, including chemistry, microbiology, hematology, and blood bank services.
• Collaborative environment: learn from experienced supervisors and mentor fellow scientists.
• Advanced technology: work with cutting‑edge diagnostic tools and equipment.

• Perform high‑complexity testing on blood and body fluids to assist in diagnosing and treating disease.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to critical patient care decisions.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to new Medical Laboratory Scientists.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely reporting using laboratory information systems.

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory/medical technology science.
• ASCP certification (or equivalent) in two or more general lab areas preferred.
• Eligibility for ASCP certification required within 6 months of hire.

• Experience &
  
  Skills:
  
  Competency in at least two or more lab disciplines (e.g., chemistry, microbiology, hematology, blood bank).
• Strong verbal communication for effective collaboration across departments.
• Excellent written documentation skills and computer proficiency.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and manage tasks in a fast‑paced, high‑volume setting.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a direct impact on patient lives. Apply today and help advance the future of diagnostics.