Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Henderson, NV, 89052
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 39.27-58.42 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Job Summary
Accurately analyzes and reports all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner and according to laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Must also act as a team leader by assisting and guiding staff in decision-making, and by taking on other areas of responsibility.
Job Responsibilities:
- Focus on Blood Bank responsibilities
- Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
- Acts as a ‘group leader’ by assisting other staff members in work duties as needed to ensure a smooth workflow in the department.
- Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
- Assists department Technical Coordinator or Supervisor in preparation of QC and calibration reports, ensuring that records are complete and accurate..
Minimum:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.
- 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory.
Licensure and Certifications:
- Nevada: GENSUP:NV
- Preferred: MLS (ASCP) or equivalent
Minimum Knowledge and Training:
Must be appropriately trained in clinical laboratory science as evaluated by the Director of the Clinical Laboratori
Must be adept within the Blood Bank
Where You'll WorkAs the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the area, Dignity Health Nevada, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' vision for over 70 years, continues to serve the Henderson and Las Vegas communities. The Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital opened in 2000, expanded the services of the Rose de Lima Campus to meet growing healthcare needs. St. Rose Dominican is part of Dignity Health, one of the nation’s largest healthcare systems, with over 9,000 physicians, 60,000 team members, and 400 care centers across 22 states, including hospitals, urgent care, imaging and surgery centers, home health, and primary care clinics. Headquartered in San Francisco, Dignity Health is dedicated to compassionate, high-quality care, especially for the underserved.
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Frequently asked questions
In Nevada, holding an MLS (ASCP) certification or its equivalent significantly enhances a Medical Laboratory Scientist II’s professional profile, ensuring compliance with state regulations and improving job prospects in Henderson’s competitive clinical labs.
Henderson offers unique growth opportunities for Medical Laboratory Scientist IIs due to its expanding healthcare systems like Catholic Health Initiatives, with a focus on blood bank specialization and leadership roles, often outpacing smaller markets in career mobility.
Operators often face calibration inconsistencies and troubleshooting complex machinery breakdowns; a Medical Laboratory Scientist II must be skilled in routine maintenance and vendor liaising to maintain uninterrupted testing and ensure accurate patient results.
A Medical Laboratory Scientist II frequently leads workflow coordination, mentors junior staff, and assists in decision-making processes to optimize lab operations, ensuring smooth functioning and compliance with stringent quality control standards.
Medical Laboratory Scientist II roles in Henderson typically offer salaries ranging from $65,000 to $80,000 annually, reflecting regional demand, specialized blood bank skills, and experience levels within faith-based healthcare organizations.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate care, so Medical Laboratory Scientist IIs are key players supporting patient diagnosis through precise lab analysis while fostering a collaborative environment aligned with the organization's faith-driven mission.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives offers tailored training emphasizing blood bank proficiency and clinical laboratory regulations, ensuring Medical Laboratory Scientist IIs are well-prepared to handle complex testing and leadership within the department.
Henderson’s growing population and expansion of acute care facilities increase demand for skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist IIs, especially those adept in blood bank operations, reflecting a competitive but opportunity-rich job market.
Beyond a bachelor's degree, Medical Laboratory Scientist IIs typically possess at least two years of clinical experience, advanced certification like MLS (ASCP), and leadership capabilities, differentiating them through expertise in complex testing and team guidance.