University of Kentucky

Laboratory Technical Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky • $62K — $111K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field required; BS in Medical Laboratory Science preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years related experience in a laboratory environment.
  • Strong multitasking and computer skills essential.
  • Excellent attention to detail and troubleshooting abilities required.
  • Customer service skills are important for interacting with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Manage technical operations of a laboratory subspecialty in a fast-paced environment.
  • Troubleshoot issues related to test performance and quality control.
  • Ensure compliance with CAP and other regulatory standards.
  • Conduct employee competency evaluations and assist with performance assessments.
  • Utilize state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology in lab processes.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a day shift schedule and rotating weekends and holidays.
  • Engagement with a Level I trauma center and healthcare enterprise.
  • Opportunity to work in a CAP-accredited laboratory with advanced technology.
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment in an academic medical center.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Laboratory Technical Specialist/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55986

Working Title
Technical Specialist - Core Lab

Department Name
H3200:Laboratory Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
12

Salary Range
$30.00-53.67/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BS

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Repetitive motion and lifting up to 25 pounds, sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Shift

Day shift with rotating weekends & holidays. May be asked to cover other shifts based on the needs of the department.

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technical Specialist will be responsible for the technical management of a subspecialty within a laboratory section in a fast-paced academic medical center. The Laboratory provides services to all aspects of this Level I trauma center and throughout the healthcare enterprise, including solid organ and bone marrow transplant, KY Children's Hospital, and Markey Cancer Center. Primary responsibilities include troubleshooting, managing test performance, quality control, CAP/other regulatory compliance, employee competency and assist in employee evaluations. The CAP-Accredited Laboratory at the University of Kentucky showcases the use of state-of-the-art instrumentation and technology. IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. To be considered for this position you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. All job titles and dates must correspond with those appearing on your resume.

Internal Employee Being Considered.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Multitasking, computer skills, customer service, troubleshooting, attention to detail.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS-MLS preferred

Deadline to Apply
10/07/2026

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