What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist position at Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.?
Requisition Title
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Requisition ID
2026-38727
Category
Allied Health
Job Locations
US-KY-Harlan
Community
HARLAN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HOSP.
Posted Date
7/8/2026
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Department
Laboratory
Shift
Night Shift
Facility/Process Level : Location
US-KY-Harlan
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
www.arh.org
Facility/Process Level : Postal Code
40831
Facility/Process Level : Address
81 Ball Park Road
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Requisition ID
2026-38727
Category
Allied Health
Job Locations
US-KY-Harlan
Community
HARLAN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HOSP.
Posted Date
7/8/2026
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Department
Laboratory
Shift
Night Shift
Facility/Process Level : Location
US-KY-Harlan
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.
Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
www.arh.org
Facility/Process Level : Postal Code
40831
Facility/Process Level : Address
81 Ball Park Road
Qualifications:
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or one of the sciences related to Medical Technology.
Licenses & Certifications
• Certification as a Medical Technologist by a nationally recognized certifying agency required.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
• Knowledge of clinical laboratory procedures and testing methodologies.
• Ability to perform laboratory testing accurately and efficiently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and infection control standards.
Responsibilities:
- Performs tests in all lab departments to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
- Performs all duties of technician and may assume duties of Senior Medical Technologists and/or Chief as required.
- Evaluates results of various procedures.
- Performs troubleshooting procedures on equipment after advising supervisor of problem.
- Participates in quality control program in the department.
- Maintains appropriate records and performs clerical duties associated with respective department.
- Assists in training students and/or new employees.
- In the absence of immediate supervisor, notifies physician of abnormal test results.
- Participates in employee evaluation process.
- Participates in total lab coverage either on shift basis and/or on call.
- Performs other duties as assigned