CHI Health Immanuel·Omaha, Nebraska
The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs complex diagnostic tests across various disciplines to provide accurate data for patient treatment. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control, and documenting results in compliance with standard operating procedures.
Where You’ll Work CHI Health Immanuel, located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street, offers a full-service hospital, cancer center, rehabilitation center, specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century, our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all who we have the privilege to serve. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence. *
Up to $5,000 New Hire Sign-on bonus & up to $10,000 Student Loan Forgiveness*
Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology Job Requirements Required: Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science or Medical Technology, or related field defined by CLIA Preferred: Certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or equivalent by ASCP May consider Med tab Technician MLT qualified candidates for similar position
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Medical Lab Science, Medical Technology, or a related field as defined by CLIA. Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist by the ASCP is preferred.
Market context
Medical Laboratory Scientist roles in Nebraska are often tied to steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs that rely on timely testing for patient care. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for a bachelor’s degree and active ASCP registration or eligibility, along with experience handling routine and specialized lab workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your ASCP status and tailor your application to the lab methods and instruments you know best.