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What they do
A Medical Laboratory Scientist specializes in collecting and analyzing body fluids using complex chemical and microscopic tests. Workplaces include clinical laboratories at hospitals, references labs, biotech labs and non-clinical industrial labs.
$63,836 / year median in Texas
+20% projected growth
Job Description
- Our promise to you:
- Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger.
- together
- we are even better.
- All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- + Benefits from
Day One:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance + Paid Time Off from Day One + 403-B Retirement Plan + 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave + Career Development + Whole Person Well-being Resources + Mental Health Resources and Support + Pet BenefitsSchedule:
- Full time
Shift:
- Night (United States of America)
Address:
- 11801 SOUTH FWY
City:
BURLESON
State:
- Texas
Postal Code:
- 76028
Job Description:
Shift:
Monday - Thursday 8pm - 5:30am- Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned
- Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
- Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
- Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
- General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use
- Ability to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws as applicable to the laboratory setting
- Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
- Display a willingness and ability to learn and develop new techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development
- Proficiency in a wide variety of laboratory techniques in specimen preparation, ranging from making basic solutions and reagents, to performing more complex processes such as DNA/RNA extractions, stem cell isolations, and preparations for histological evaluations [Preferred]
- Sound knowledge in a wide variety of laboratory and molecular assays and techniques [Preferred]
Education:
- Bachelor's [Required]
Field of Study:
- in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.
Work Experience:
- 2+ years of hospital core lab experience [Preferred]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) ASCP, AMT, or AAB
Physical Requirements:
- _(Please click the link below to view work requirements)_ Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
- $26.91 - $50.05 _This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances._
Category:
- Laboratory
Organization:
- Texas Health Huguley Hospital
Schedule:
- Full time
Shift:
- Night
Req ID:
- 152354431