Clinical Chemistry Lab Scientist: Precision, Speed & Impact

TCH Medical Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TCH Medical Center in Houston, TX seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special testing to support diagnosis and patient care. You will verify patient data, prioritize workloads, and troubleshoot results while maintaining quality/compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science and various ASCP certifications. Strong attention to safety and documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Clinical lab credentials or ASCP certifications are required or preferred as listed.
• Multiple specialized ASCP qualifications may be required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Determine suitability of specimens and verify patient information to prevent erroneous orders.
• Organize and prioritize workload to meet medical staff needs and avoid duplication.
• Perform routine and special testing, evaluate results and troubleshoot abnormalities promptly.
• Respond to STAT requests and emergencies without delay.
• Assist staff with specimen troubleshooting to meet turnaround times.
• Communicate QC issues to supervisor and document properly.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in lab science / medical technology

CLSP-NCA Clinical Lab Scientist credential

BB-ASCP Tech Blood Bank

C-ASCP Chemistry Tech

H-ASCP Hematology Technologist

M-ASCP Microbiology Technician

MB-ASCP Molecular Biology Technician

MLS-ASCP Medical Lab Scientist

MP-ASCP Molecular Pathology Technician

MT-ASCP Medical Technologist

IMLS Certification

SM-ASCP Specialist in Microbiology

HTL-ASCP Histotechnologist

MT-AMT Medical Technologist

HT-ASCP Histology Technician

MT-STATE Medical Technologist

MT-NCA Medical Technologist

CT-ASCP Cytotechnologist

Job description

TCH Medical Center in Houston, TX seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special testing to support diagnosis and patient care. You will verify patient data, prioritize workloads, and troubleshoot results while maintaining quality/compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a lab science and various ASCP certifications. Strong attention to safety and documentation is essential.