Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, MLT)
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Shift differential $3.00/hr
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical laboratory scientist jobs in Missouri post a median of $37.67 an hour, the middle half $32.79–$37.67, across 15 jobs that state their pay. Medical laboratory scientists employed in Missouri earn a median of $28.99 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Workplace injuries
Lake Regional Health System in Osage Beach reported 57 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 2,321,641 hours worked: 4.9 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 4 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Visa sponsorship record
From 1 October 2025 to 30 June 2026, the US Labor Department certified 5 H-1B applications from Lake Regional Health System for medical laboratory scientists, offering a median $33.39 an hour (the low end of each application's wage range). That is the employer's record, not a promise for this job: ask its recruiter whether this one sponsors a visa. Every employer that sponsors medical laboratory scientists.
Staffing at Lake Regional Health Systems, by Medicare's record
One nurse aide on duty for every 8.1 residents at an average hour (Missouri's middle home: 10.6); 56.5% of its nursing staff left in a year (Missouri: 56.8%); Medicare staffing rating 5 of 5; no Medicare fine in the past three years. From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.
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About the job
Lake Regional Health System has Medical Laboratory Scientist positions open in Osage Beach, MO.
To apply, send resume to Stephanie Grout at sgrout@lakeregional.com or 54 Hospital Drive, Osage Beach, MO 65065.
Perform complex medical laboratory testing on laboratory specimens, analyze laboratory findings to ensure the accuracy of the results; Obtain patient specimens, including blood specimen, verify proper collection, perform and document procedures, prepare appropriate reagents; Review results, proficiency testing, quality control, instrument checks, calibrations and other necessary information for certification of results; Assist in keeping policy and procedure manuals current; Assist in instructing staff members in new policies and procedures; Identify and provide efficient notification of critical values; notify laboratory manager and/or pathologist of unusual situations; Follow procedure for patient identification and maintenance of specimen integrity; Resolve problems as they occur and document problems and corrective action appropriately; document and make corrections if necessary, using appropriate avenues of notification. Minimum educational requirements: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or directly related field.
Lake Regional Health System is looking for a dedicated, professional Medical Technologist/Technician to join our Laboratory Team. With our state-of-the-art hospital and network of clinics, therapy sites, and pharmacies, Lake Regional offers a wide range of employment opportunities in our community.
Job Description
- Generalist with experience in Blood Bank, hematology, and chemistry
- Responsible for specimen processing, test performance, reporting results, quality control, and instrument maintenance.
- Must promote customer satisfaction, work cooperatively with peers, adapt to change with a positive attitude
Qualifications
- Current certification/Registration: MT or MLT, ASCP or equivalent
- Annual influenza and COVID vaccines are required.
Additional certifications may be required for this position and will be coordinated by Lake Regional as a part of your ongoing training and development. Please contact your recruitment team for more details.
Opportunity Features: Lake Regional offers a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits such as:
- Increased Hourly Wages
- Sign-on Bonus $10,000 Night Shift
- Shift Differentials $3.00 and $6.00 per hour
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Supplemental policies to fit your individual needs
- Employer-sponsored life and AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401K with a company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition assistance and continuing education opportunities
- Area discounts
- And so much more!
If you’d like to be a part of a team setting that fosters excellence, apply now!
*Must be new to Lake Regional to qualify for the sign-on bonus
From Lake Regional Health System's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Lake Regional Health System is a nonprofit hospital with an emergency department in Osage Beach, MO. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and EMTs and paramedics. Source: CMS Hospital General Information
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