What is a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
A Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) also known as Medical Technologist, is responsible for analyzing and performing tests on a variety of biological samples. Medical laboratory scientists maintain and operate complex laboratory equipment and microscopes to obtain invaluable results that are reported to physicians. The results obtained by the MLS are used in the diagnosis and treatment of many disease like cancers, diabetes, heart disease and other medical conditions.
How to Become a Medical Laboratory Scientist
After completing a high school diploma, the next step is to choose your path to higher education.
Common Higher Education Requirements:
- Complete a bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or related field.
- OHRH MLS Program is affiliated with the following Universities:
- Compete a clinical laboratory program or internship through a hospital-based program.
- Some affiliated universities offer a 3+1 pathway and allow students to complete the final year of their bachelor's degree through the 12-month program. Students earn 36 credit hours during an internship at the hospital.
- Pass a national certification exam as a medical technologist (MT) or medical laboratory scientist (MLS).
How to Apply to Our Program
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital offers a 12-month hospital-based program. Students may apply to the program once they have completed the listed pre-requisites, typically in the fall of their junior year.
The application deadline is December 15 for the July start of the next year. See how to apply.