Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, where your expertise will play a vital role in patient care. In this dynamic position, you will perform complex laboratory tests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality control standards. You will have the opportunity to manage projects, innovate new methods, and contribute to a collaborative team environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to elevate patient care.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flex spending

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

Employee stock purchase program

Qualifications

• 15 years of clinical lab experience or a Bachelor's Degree with lab experience preferred.
• Certification in MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with accrediting agencies.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Quality control management

Specimen processing

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Description

Methodist Stone Oak Hospital

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Laboratory Department

PRN - Non-Exempt

Do you have a passion for healthcare and helping others? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment? Jump-start your career in our Laboratory Department. Submit your application today!

Benefits:

We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including competitive salary, excellent benefit package and growth opportunities. We believe in our team and your ability to do excellent work with us. Your benefits include 401k, PTO medical, dental, flex spending, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program, and student loan repayment. We would love to talk to you about this fantastic opportunity.

As a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, you are responsible for performing complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment of disease, analyzing and assuming accountability for accurate test results, maintenance of complicated instruments, and monitoring quality control and quality assurance programs.

In this role, the Certified Medical Technologist II:

1. Performs specimen processing and testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing. Analyzes test results and assumes accountability for accuracy.
2. Understands, performs, and practices preventive maintenance on equipment; troubleshoots and takes corrective action. Demonstrates pro-active problem-solving skills to include identifying a problem and taking appropriate action; knows when to seek guidance to complete troubleshooting protocol.
3. Understands, performs, and practices quality control management to include running controls, evaluating data, documentation of data, and taking corrective action as required. Communicates any relevant QC information to Supervisor or Manager.
4. Anticipates and evaluates need for new methods, instrumentation, and technology in terms of customer need, cost benefit and revenue generation, and informs management about findings.
5. Assures compliance with accrediting agencies. Acts as a resource to customers both within the department and outside the department.
6. Manages assigned projects to include developing a plan, coordinating necessary resources, setting project timelines, keeping Manager informed of progress, and completing project within established time limits.

Requirements:

1. Minimum Education and Experience:

   A. High school diploma (or equivalent), with 15 years of clinical lab experience

   OR

   B. Associates Degree with minimum 2 years experience in Clinical Lab setting.

   OR

   C. Bachelor’s Degree required with clinical lab experience preferred.

2. Minimum License and Certificates Required: One of the following certifications is required:

   MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), MT(AMT), MT(AAB), CLS(NCA), MT(HEW), CLT(NCA), MLT(ASCP), or MLT(AMT) Certification is waived for those with 5 years of lab experience.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications. Qualified candidates will be promptly contacted by our hiring managers for interviews. Submit your application today and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.