Lab Section Specialist - Flow Cytometry

Lab Section Specialist - Flow Cytometry Requisition ID: 2026-38513 Overview This position is responsible for designing, planning, maintaining, developing, and establishing technical documentation of technical activities in the section. This position will also act as the technical expertise in the section. At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, teamwork and integrity. Additionally, it is important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non‑immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chickenpox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources. Responsibilities Provide primary oversight of quality control, PPE compliance, daily testing, proficiency testing, equipment operation and correlations, regulatory compliance, routine maintenance procedures and temperature checks, chemical inventory, monthly quality reviews and annual Quality Management Plan Assess operational status of the laboratory daily Weekend On‑Call testing as necessary Maintain and update the Flow Cytometry Tier II Huddle Board Complete required quality reports and metrics Assist staff members with technical and operational issues Coordinate research projects upon request Assess laboratory equipment needs annually Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and 5-7 years experience. Prior experience working in a clinical laboratory setting is required without substitution. Certified Medical Technologist - ASCP, Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP, Technologist in Hematology, Clinical Chemist‑NRCC, Certified Medical Laboratory Technician - HHS, Medical Technologist Generalist, American Medical Technologists required upon hire. MLS - ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP ASCP/ASCPi) or required upon hire. MT - ASCP Certified Medical Technologist - ASCP ASCP/ASCPi) or required upon hire. NRCC‑Certified Medical Technologist or required upon hire. Certification in a Lab Specialty or License required upon hire. Benefits at Children's Mercy The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Starting Pay Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $36.64/hr, but the offer will be determined based on your education and experience. Remote Work / Work from Home This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home. EEO Employer / Disabled / Veteran Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free. CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture and beliefs. #J-18808-Ljbffr