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Medical Laboratory Scientist

Lighthouse Lab Services
Peterborough, NH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) – 3rd Shift

Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire
Schedule: Full-Time | 3rd Shift | Three 12-Hour Shifts per Week

About the Opportunity

Lighthouse Lab Services is partnering with a respected community hospital in the Peterborough, NH area to recruit a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for a full-time overnight position. This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a three 12-hour shift schedule while providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care in a collaborative hospital laboratory environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in an independent overnight setting, and is passionate about delivering accurate, timely laboratory results.

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate and high complexity laboratory testing in accordance with established policies and procedures
  • Analyze patient specimens across multiple laboratory departments, including Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Blood Bank, and Microbiology as applicable
  • Ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results through quality control and quality assurance procedures
  • Operate, troubleshoot, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory instrumentation
  • Review and verify patient results before reporting to providers
  • Maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and hospital regulatory standards
  • Accurately document testing, maintenance, quality control, and corrective actions
  • Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding laboratory results
  • Assist with specimen processing and workflow management during overnight operations
  • Participate in competency assessments, continuing education, and departmental quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related laboratory science field
  • MLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP), AMT, or equivalent certification preferred (or eligibility to obtain certification)
  • Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred, though strong new graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Experience working in a hospital laboratory environment is a plus
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

  • $30-35/hour
  • Three 12-hour shifts per week for improved work-life balance
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Retirement Plan with employer-sponsored options
  • Continuing education and professional development opportunities
  • Stable, supportive hospital environment with opportunities for career growth

About us:

At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 21 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.

It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Lighthouse Lab Services is committed to working and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.

If at any time during the application process, you need an accommodation, please contact recruiting@lighthouselabservices.com for assistance.
Lighthouse Lab Services | 844-974-1929 | https://www.lighthouselabservices.com/

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