Applicants must also hold current national certification such as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through a recognized certifying agency such as the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), or an equivalent certifying body recognized by NAACLS. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: To meet preferred qualifications, applicants must hold, a Doctorate degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.