Medical Laboratory Scientist

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Lexington, KY Until 8/21/2026 First posted June 5, 2026 Last posted June 5, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Part-Time I First Shift

Laboratory I Lexington, KY


 Baptist Health Clinical Lab and Pathology Department, where science meets compassion and precision meets care. We are dedicated to ensuring that every test, every result, and every patient matters. We demonstrate this by providing state-of-the-art technology; an expert team of pathologists and technicians; comprehensive services; fast and reliable results; a patient-centered approach; and commitment to continuous improvement.

Description for Medical Laboratory Scientist:

  • Maintains technical competency as related to the job functions.
  • Understands pertinent LIS functions and performs downtime procedures effectively.
  • Evaluates each procedure performed and chooses appropriate investigative techniques as indicated.
  • Identifies and resolves problems that may adversely affect test results and notifies appropriate personnel.
  • Determines acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections or by recognizing abnormal/unusual results.
  • Documents unacceptable specimens according to policy. Communicates specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
  • Assesses job functions and takes appropriate action when problems are detected.
  • Identifies problems with specimens, test orders, registration and takes appropriate action.
  • Handles troubleshooting professionally and communicates with coworkers and customers when delays occur.
  • Expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems.

Requirements for Medical Laboratory Scientist:

  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Certified or eligible for certification in clinical laboratory science by recognized certifying agencies.
  • Certification must be achieved within one year of hire.

Benefits:

  • Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually 
  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 
  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets) 
  • PTO Sell Back Program 
  • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
  • Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support 
  • Retirement with Company Match
  • Identity Theft Protection

Work Experience

Education

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About this role

Summary

Perform laboratory tests, evaluate results, troubleshoot, and ensure specimen quality and test accuracy.

Job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Experience level

bachelor’s degree

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Lexington, KY, on-site with potential certification within a year

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelor’s degreecertification in clinical laboratory science

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

clinical laboratorypathologydiagnostics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lexington, KY, USA

On-site City