Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Location BSWH Medical Center Irving TX

Department Lab

Shift Evening 1pm - 11 : 30pm

Preferred Experience Must have at least 1 year of MLS generalist with MLS certification

The Med Lab Scientist 2 performs and monitors a full range of laboratory testing and analysis. 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 principles and technical skills to others.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.

Analytical 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 Medical Center Irving TX

Department Lab

Shift Evening 1pm - 11 : 30pm

Preferred Experience Must have at least 1 year of MLS generalist with MLS certification

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) : .