Medical Laboratory Scientist

MountainStar Healthcare is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Laboratory Services team within our regional network of hospitals and clinics. In this role, you will perform and validate routine and complex diagnostic tests in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and blood bank to support safe, patient-first care. You’ll ensure accurate, timely results, maintain rigorous quality and regulatory standards, and operate advanced analyzers and laboratory information systems. Working in a collaborative, compassionate culture, you’ll partner with nurses and providers, contribute to continuous improvement, and access ongoing professional development within our HCA-affiliated, mission-driven healthcare system. Perform and verify routine and complex diagnostic tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and transfusion services. Ensure accurate, timely reporting of lab results to support clinical decision-making and patient-first care. Follow and document quality control, maintenance, and proficiency testing according to regulatory standards (CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission). Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory analyzers and instruments, escalating issues as needed. Collect, label, and process specimens, ensuring proper identification, handling, and storage. Collaborate with nurses, providers, and interdisciplinary teams to clarify orders and support coordinated patient care. Maintain accurate records in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and electronic medical record as applicable. Comply with infection prevention, safety, and confidentiality policies while supporting a culture of integrity and teamwork. Participate in training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to a collaborative work environment aligned with MountainStar and HCA mission, values, and community focus. Clinical laboratory testing Hematology Clinical chemistry Microbiology and serology Blood bank / transfusion services Molecular diagnostics (PCR/NAAT) Quality control and quality assurance Laboratory information systems (LIS) Specimen processing and handling Regulatory compliance (CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission) Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k ASCP or AMT Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) certification State clinical laboratory personnel license (if required) BLS certification (preferred)