Clinical Lab Scientist: Diagnostic Precision & Team Leadership

Palo Alto Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Palo Alto Hospital in San Antonio, TX seeks a laboratory professional to perform testing on specimens, evaluate results for accuracy, and support diagnostic decisions. The role includes operating and maintaining sophisticated instruments and guiding trainees to ensure quality outcomes.

The incumbent will be accountable for patient data confidentiality and may assist with specimen procurement. A strong emphasis on rapid, precise work and teamwork is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical/biological/clinical lab science or medical technology.
• High school diploma + 50+ weeks military medical laboratory training.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree + accredited MLT program + 1 year lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures for testing or analysis on specimens.
• Evaluates test results for accuracy and submits results for physician use.
• Operates and maintains complex instruments used in the laboratory.
• Supervises trainees and other technical personnel and ensures patient information confidentiality.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical/biological/clinical lab science or medical technology

High school diploma + 50+ weeks military medical laboratory training

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree + accredited MLT program + 1 year lab experience

Job description

Palo Alto Hospital in San Antonio, TX seeks a laboratory professional to perform testing on specimens, evaluate results for accuracy, and support diagnostic decisions. The role includes operating and maintaining sophisticated instruments and guiding trainees to ensure quality outcomes.

The incumbent will be accountable for patient data confidentiality and may assist with specimen procurement. A strong emphasis on rapid, precise work and teamwork is required.