Medical Laboratory Scientist/Cert/UKHC
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Cert/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE56110
Working Title
none
Department Name
H3200:Laboratory Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$27.00-45.70/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BS
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification must be obtained within 6 months from date of hire
Physical Requirements
Sitting & walking for long period of time
Shift
Rotating shifts including weekends and holidays. May include call based on needs of department.
Job Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist/Certified will be responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of this Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children's Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center. This position will be instrumental in maintaining a quality of service based on accuracy and timely result reporting. This position will be located in the Blood Bank, and testing will include, but is not limited to, type and screen, cross-matching, antibody workup, elution, absorption, antibody titering, neonatal workup, and component preparation. This CAP and AABB-Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, and troubleshooting.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
MLS Preferred
Deadline to Apply
10/28/2026
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