Clinical Lab Scientist — Night Shift

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Laboratory Services at the Webster campus. This role performs moderate to highly complex laboratory tests and reports results with adherence to standard procedures.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science, with no experience required; preferred candidates may hold specialty certification and generalist experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, following standard procedures and recognizes deviation from expected results.
• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required documentation.
• Performs, records and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use.
• Performs and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment as assigned.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots according to protocol.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for test procedures.
• Participates in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned.
• Monitors inventory for proper levels, notifies person responsible for ordering when supplies needed, and receives and unpacks supplies when delivered.
• Instructs and trains employees and students. May assess staff for competency.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
• Performs laboratory testing as required per division.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch invites applications for a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Laboratory Services at the Webster campus. This role performs moderate to highly complex laboratory tests and reports results with adherence to standard procedures.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science, with no experience required; preferred candidates may hold specialty certification and generalist experience.