Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

Prime Healthcare; Weslaco (TX); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, TX is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist I (MLS/MT) to perform a range of tests on blood, tissues and fluids, and to contribute to accurate diagnoses and patient care.

The role requires ASCP certification or eligibility within 90 days, a bachelor’s degree in a health science field, and a current state license if required; your work will include quality control, LIS data entry, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification, or equivalent preferred.
• One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids to aid in the diagnosis of diseases and conditions, routine and specialized tests may be performed.
• Interpret lab test results and identify abnormalities; ensure accuracy and reliability to assist doctors in patient care decisions.
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures; calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory tests performed and their results; input data into LIS.
• Ensure all laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology

ASCP certification or equivalent

Current and valid state license

1 year hospital laboratory experience

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Evenings

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco , TX

We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist I, also referred to as a Medical Technologist (Med Tech) or Medical Laboratory Technologist I. The Clinical Lab Scientist I (CLS I) requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team. They play an important role in the diagnostic process, contributing significantly to patient care and treatment.

Responsibilities Section

** If you are a licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or if you will be obtaining your ASCP certification in MLS, MT, or MLT within 90 days, you are encouraged to apply for this position.

• Perform laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids to aid in the diagnosis of diseases and conditions, this may include routine tests as well as specialized tests
• Interpret lab test results and identify any abnormalities, ensure the accuracy and reliability of these results to assist doctors in making informed decisions about patient care
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain high standards in laboratory testing, you may also calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment
• Keep accurate and detailed records of all laboratory tests performed and their results, input data into our laboratory information systems
• Ensure all laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

KnappMedical Center isan award-winning,not-for-profit hospital in Weslaco, Texas.With 227 beds, the community hospital specializes in emergency care, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, wound care, surgery, cardiology, gastroenterology, critical care, and interventional radiology.Knapp serves as the only acute care hospital in the Mid-Valley area, as well as Weslaco's only Level III Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Level II Newborn Nursery.Knapp has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to Mid-Valley residents for 60 years. More than 300 physicians serve on the hospital's medical staff. Knapp also serves as one of the largest employers in the Mid-Valley, employing more than 450 people. For more information, please call956-968-8567or visitwww.KnappMed.org

Responsibilities

Each individual performs those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under 42 CFR § 493.1425 and § 493.1495. and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. Each individual performing the above procedures must: 1) adhere to the laboratory’s procedures for the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of patient test results, 2) follow the laboratory’s established quality control policies and procedures in documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications, 3) be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify your immediate supervisor, Director, or Medical Director, 4) perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory, 5) perform and document maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed on instruments and equipment as appropriate, 6) review the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 7) recognize age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 8) ensure that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies, 9) may be required to perform venipuncture or capillary puncture on various age groups from newborn to geriatrics, 10) assist in the development and maintenance of laboratory policies and procedures, 11) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 12) in the absence of a supervisor, may be assigned/identified as Lead Tech, having responsibility for the section or department during their shift, 13) may be assigned responsibilities related to POCT. 14) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. ASCP certification, or equivalent, preferred.2. One year hospital laboratory work experience preferred, but not required.3. Bachelor’s Degree in chemical, physical, biological health science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).4. Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Evenings

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf