Medical Laboratory Scientist

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Research
Problem solving
Equipment maintenance
Supervision
Regulatory Compliance
Quality control
Quality assurance
Inventory
Effective communication
Critical thinking
Project management
Preventive maintenance
Performance management
Phlebotomy
Testing
Pathology
MLS
Cell biology
Molecular biology
Server Message Block
SMB

Job Details

JOB SUMMARY


Location BSWH Duncanville Cancer Center


Department Laboratory Hematology


Shift Day Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with rotating holidays at the main lab in Waxahachie TX


Preferred Experience MLS Generalist with ASCP certification or equivalent Generalist must be able to perform phlebotomy and onsite hematology testing


The Med Lab Scientist 2 performs and monitors a full range of laboratory testing and research. Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and required equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE


  • Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.

  • Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.

  • Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.

  • Accurately reports test results.

  • Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.

  • Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.

  • Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.

  • Demonstrates and educates laboratory methods and technical skills to others.



KEY SUCCESS FACTORS


  • Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.

  • Statistical and critical thinking abilities.

  • Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.

  • Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.

  • Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.

  • Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.

  • Ability to work in a team environment.



BENEFITS


Our competitive benefits package includes the following


  • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

  • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • PTO accrual beginning Day 1



Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS


Location BSWH Duncanville Cancer Center


Department Laboratory Hematology


Shift Day Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with rotating holidays at the main lab in Waxahachie TX


Preferred Experience MLS Generalist with ASCP certification or equivalent Generalist must be able to perform phlebotomy and onsite hematology testing


  • EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification

  • EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

  • CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ASCP-BloodBanking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Cytogenetics Technologist (ASCP-CG), ASCP-Cytologist (ASCP-CT), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-Intern'l Hematology Tech (ASCP-IH), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM): Must have one certification from one of these issuing agencies: -- American Board of Histocompatibility (ABHI)



  • American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

  • American Medical Technologists (AMT)

  • American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB)

  • Grandfathered HEW Licensee.




Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), HEW (HEW), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Specialist in Cytology-ASCP (SCT), Specialist in Cytometry-ASCP (SCYM), Molecular Biology Spec-ASCP (SMB): .
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