Medical Laboratory Scientist II

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Responsible for performing clinical laboratory testing in a fast-paced hospital and academic medical center environment. Ensures accuracy, quality, and timely reporting of results across core laboratory specialties, including blood gas, chemistry, coagulation, hematology, urinalysis, and blood bank procedures. Utilizes advanced instrumentation and technology to support patient care for trauma, transplant, pediatric, and oncology services. Maintains compliance with accreditation and certification requirements while supporting quality initiatives.

Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable diagnostic data for optimal patient outcomes.

• Maintains competency in core laboratory areas and follows established policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes and processes specimens to meet turnaround time requirements.
• Does quality control, quality assurance, and equipment maintenance with proper documentation.
• Troubleshoots and repairs laboratory instruments to minimize downtime.
• Monitors and ensures adherence to specimen procurement, handling, transport, and processing protocols.
• Reviews and documents results, identifies errors, and escalates issues as needed.
• Communicates clearly with staff and patient care providers regarding procedures, workflow, and critical values.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to professional and safety standards.
• Completes competency assessments, continuing education, and reviews procedure updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field Master’s degree in laboratory science is preferred.

2-3 years of experience in clinical laboratory, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certified.

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:
  3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion:
  4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet:
  1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces:
  1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• L. Loud noises:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:
  3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• O. Radiation:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• P. Burns:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Q. Cuts/Punctures:
  3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:
  3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• T.…