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The general pay scale for this position at MOH is $31.80 - $48.92 per hour. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.
SCOPE: Moderate and High Complexity Laboratory Testing Is responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Trains employees in laboratory procedures. May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument. Acts as a resource for laboratory science information. May oversee daily laboratory activities in absence of supervisor. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.- Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).
- Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
- Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
- Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
- Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.
- Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
- Prepares peripheral blood smear and competently performs complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal smears.
- Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment.
- Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance. Processes specimens for send-out testing.
- Follows the laboratory’s policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Verifies all critical results and documents with accurate follow-up.
- Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing. Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as needed.
- Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
- Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
- Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
- Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.
- Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properly labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
- Trains employees in laboratory procedures.
- May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument.
- Participates in development of new instruments and procedures as needed.
- Acts as a resource for laboratory science information.
- May oversee daily laboratory activities of in the absence of supervisor.
- Complies with quality assurance standards.
- Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures. Complies with applicable regulatory agency standards.
- Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
- Maintains a clean working environment.
- Maintains confidentially of all information related to patients and medical staff.
- Performs CLIA classified Moderate and High complexity testing with minimal supervision
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field. Current state license if required. AMT, ASCP or equivalent certification preferred. Position requires five years of experience. Licensure and certification requirements depend on the state. Except for grandfathered situations, bachelor's degree in Medical Technology required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires significant interaction with management, staff and external auditors and clients. Work will require frequent travel by air or automobile, approximately 70% of workweek, on average.
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- Quest Diagnostics130
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical laboratory scientist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related life science field
- ASCP Board of Certification (MLS or MT) or equivalent national certification
- Proficiency with high-volume automated analyzers such as Beckman Coulter, Sysmex, or Abbott platforms
- Experience performing and documenting quality control procedures in a CLIA-regulated laboratory
- Ability to perform across multiple disciplines including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker, Cerner, or Sunquest
Tips for Your Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Search
Lead with your ASCP or AMT credential
Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology or American Medical Technologists is the first filter many hiring managers apply. Put your credential abbreviation directly after your name in the resume header so it's visible before a recruiter reads a single bullet.
Match your specialty to the opening's focus
A posting for a blood bank MLS and one for a molecular diagnostics MLS call for different highlighted experience. Reorder your skills section so the relevant discipline leads, whether that's transfusion medicine, microbiology, or flow cytometry, before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medical laboratory scientist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify instrument throughput on your resume
Hiring managers want to know you can handle volume. Cite the specific analyzers you've operated and the daily or weekly specimen counts you processed to give them a concrete picture of your capacity and experience level.
Prepare a competency demonstration for working interviews
Many hospital labs ask candidates to perform a brief bench demonstration alongside the technical interview. Know your QC troubleshooting steps cold, be ready to walk through a delta check or critical value protocol, and bring documentation of any proficiency testing results.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Clinical laboratory roles often have evening, overnight, and weekend differentials that add meaningful income. When you reach the offer stage, ask the recruiter to break out the differential structure so you can compare total compensation across offers accurately.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medical laboratory scientists?
The companies hiring the most medical laboratory scientists right now include Quest Diagnostics, CommonSpirit Health, and CHRISTUS Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems and national reference laboratories consistently account for the bulk of posted positions.
How many medical laboratory scientist jobs are remote?
About 1% of medical laboratory scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because the majority of laboratory work requires hands-on specimen handling. Remote opportunities tend to concentrate in laboratory informatics, telephematology review, and reference consulting positions that do not require physical bench work.
How do you become a medical laboratory scientist?
Becoming a medical laboratory scientist starts with completing a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or a closely related field that includes an accredited clinical practicum. After finishing the practicum, you sit for a national certification exam through the ASCP or AMT. Most employers require certification before your start date, and some states add their own licensure requirements on top of national credentials.
Can you get hired as a medical laboratory scientist with little experience?
Yes, new graduates are regularly hired into entry-level medical laboratory scientist roles, particularly at large hospital systems that run structured onboarding programs. Your clinical practicum rotations count as hands-on experience, so document the instruments and disciplines you covered in detail on your resume. Willingness to work evening or overnight shifts also substantially expands your options as a new candidate.
What does the medical laboratory scientist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with the laboratory manager or supervisor covering quality control, troubleshooting scenarios, and discipline-specific knowledge. High-volume labs sometimes add a working interview or bench observation day. Reference checks and a background screen, including verification of your certification status, typically close the process before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs?
You can find and apply to medical laboratory scientist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, reference labs, and health systems across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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