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Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Location
Fallon, NV
Schedule
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

MLS Or Categorical CertificationCertificate Of Completion Or Letter Of Attestation Documenting Completion Of Accredited Medical Laboratory Science ProgramBachelor's degree

Job overview

The on‑call Medical Laboratory Scientist will work at Banner Churchill Laboratory in Fallon, NV, performing all general bench duties in a community hospital clinical laboratory. The role requires high technical knowledge, compliance with CLIA, JCAHO, CAP and OSHA standards, and the ability to collect, receive and process biological specimens while serving as a departmental resource.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PhlebotomySpecimen Requirements KnowledgeMedical TerminologyAccreditation Standards Knowledge

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical TechnologyBachelor's Degree in Chemical or Biological ScienceMLS or Categorical CertificationCertificate of Completion or Letter of Attestation Documenting Completion of Accredited Medical Laboratory Science ProgramMaintain Certification in Nevada or CaliforniaCredential Evaluation From IERF or Recognized Agency for Foreign Educated CandidatesOne Year Experience in Specialty Discipline When No Certification Available

Full job description

Primary City/State:

Fallon, Nevada

Department Name:

Gen Lab-Churchill

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Lab

This on call medical laboratory scientist position will work at Banner Churchill Laboratory in Fallon, NV. This position will work all general benches in our community hospital clinical laboraory.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing, clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This position serves as a department resource and is responsible for assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA ’88, JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science/medical technology, OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemical or biological science (transcripts may be reviewed to determine eligibility), AND EITHER

  • Certification (MLS or categorical) OR a certificate of completion/letter of attestation on school letterhead documenting completion of any categorical or combination of categoricals from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program.

  • Individuals working in the state of Nevada or California are required to maintain their certification throughout their time in position.

  • Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation) or other nationally recognized credentialing agency for review to determine eligibility.

  • For certain specialty disciplines ONLY (Toxicology, HLA, HCTT, etc.) where no certification is available from a certifying agency, a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience in that discipline is required.

  • Demonstrated competency in phlebotomy in departments where applicable.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • MLS/MT or categorical certification (ASCP, AMT, HEW, AAB).

  • Basic knowledge of specimen requirements and knowledge of medical terminology.

  • Previous experience with phlebotomy and processing.

  • Additional related education and/or experience

DATE APPROVED 10/26/2025

EEO Statement:

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Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.

EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.

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