This is a contract to hire job opportunityPosition : Medical Laboratory Scientist 7947Location : Austin TXSchedule : 4 x 10 hour schedule 7 am - 5 : 30 pmProjected duration : 6 months temp to permJob code : CVDJP00027947 Benefits are available Requires blood bank experience Vaccine requirement : Covid and Flu- hard requirement.
COLOR VISION SCREENING REQUIRED
TB TEST REQUIRED
Schedule : 4 x 10 hour schedule 7 am - 5 : 30 pm Seeking an MLS / MT or MLT experienced in Blood Bank - will be supporting Blood Bank Department
Education : BSMT or MLT associates
ASCP preferred but not required. Job Duties / Responsibilities : Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist.
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality. Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
Assist with processing of specimens when needed.Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Requirements : Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.