Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology, Third Shift
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Medical laboratory scientists employed in Nebraska earn a median of $29.11 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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About the job
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.
Shift
Third Shift (United States of America)
Shift Details:
Third Shift, Thursday to Wednesday, 7 on 7 off
9pm to 7am.
Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?
- Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
- Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
- Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
- Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.
Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!
Perform diagnostic testing to assist physicians and other healthcare professionals in the screening, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Use comprehensive knowledge to accurately perform and evaluate highly complex laboratory testing in an efficient manner. Demonstrate behavioral skills that contribute to a productive work environment and provide excellent customer service.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Bachelor’s degree with specified number of science courses for MLS certification required.
- Certified medical laboratory scientist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists MLS(ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or equivalent within 12 months eligibility/graduation required. Equivalent certifications include Medical Technologist (MT (ASCP)) OR Clinical Laboratory Scientist certified by the National Credentialing Agency (CLS (NCA)) prior to 2004 or International certification and qualification: International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi) required.
- Individuals who were certified beginning January 1, 2004 maintaining their certification by participation in the ASCP ---Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (ASCP)CM required.
- Effective communication skills, initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Progressive, successful experience in clinical laboratory medicine preferred.
Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.
From Nebraska Medicine's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Nebraska Medicine is an academic health network with two hospitals (800+ (source: Nebraska Medicine, About Us) licensed beds), more than 9,000 (source: Nebraska Medicine, About Us) employees and nearly 70 (source: Nebraska Medicine, About Us) specialty and primary care health centers in the Omaha metro and region. Source: Nebraska Medicine, About Us
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