Laboratory Scientist/Certified/Ukhc

Job Summary

The 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 Core Lab, and testing will include, but is not limited to, blood gas, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, and urinalysis.

The Core Lab has multiple testing sites within the organization: Chandler, Good Samaritan, Emergency Department Satellite, and Markey Satellite.

The CAP-Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. In addition, this diverse department provides services to all aspects of the University of Kentucky's Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including KY Children's Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Exceptional customer service skills, excellent technical & troubleshooting skills, detail oriented, and collaboration skills with different positions across the organization. Other skills include Microsoft Office knowledge & proficient writing ability, hospital electronic systems, knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to work independently as well as being team oriented.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

BS Biology, BS Chemistry preferred.

MLT Certified with experience.

Deadline to Apply 07/11/2024 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.