Medical Laboratory Scientist Jobs
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs are open across hospitals, reference laboratories, public health agencies, and outpatient clinics, at every level from new-grad to senior and lab director, with specializations in hematology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About us
Location: BSWH Medical Center Irving TX
Department: Laboratory
Shift: PRN Variable
Preferred Experience: Must hold ASCP certification or an equivalent credential as an MLS generalist. A minimum of at least 2 years of experience in a hospital lab setting.
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Med Lab Scientist 2 performs and monitors a full range of lab tests and research. Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.
- Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
- Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
- Accurately reports test results.
- Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.
- Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
- Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.
- Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods and technical skills to others.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
- Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
- Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
Location: BSWH Medical Center Irving TX
Department: Laboratory
Shift: PRN Variable
Preferred Experience: Must hold ASCP certification or an equivalent credential as an MLS generalist. A minimum of at least 2 years of experience in a hospital lab setting.
- EDUCATION: Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE: Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:
ASCP-Blood Banking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG), ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-International Hematology Tech (ASCP-IH), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM): Must have one certification from one of these issuing agencies: American Board of Histocompatibility (ABHI).
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB)
- Grandfathered HEW Licensee.
Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), HEW (HEW), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM), Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB).
About us
Location: BSWH Medical Center Irving TX
Department: Laboratory
Shift: PRN Variable
Preferred Experience: Must hold ASCP certification or an equivalent credential as an MLS generalist. A minimum of at least 2 years of experience in a hospital lab setting.
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Med Lab Scientist 2 performs and monitors a full range of lab tests and research. Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.
- Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
- Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
- Accurately reports test results.
- Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.
- Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
- Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.
- Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods and technical skills to others.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
- Statistical and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
- Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
Location: BSWH Medical Center Irving TX
Department: Laboratory
Shift: PRN Variable
Preferred Experience: Must hold ASCP certification or an equivalent credential as an MLS generalist. A minimum of at least 2 years of experience in a hospital lab setting.
- EDUCATION: Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE: Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:
ASCP-Blood Banking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG), ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-International Hematology Tech (ASCP-IH), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM): Must have one certification from one of these issuing agencies: American Board of Histocompatibility (ABHI).
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
- American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB)
- Grandfathered HEW Licensee.
Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), HEW (HEW), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM), Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB).
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Quest Diagnostics140
- Thermo Fisher Scientific45
- AbbVie40
- University Health33
- ARUP Laboratories23
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services874
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals387
- Science & Research201
- Education194
- Medical Devices71
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, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and AbbVie, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 4% of medical laboratory scientist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 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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