Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Society of Exploration Geophysicists; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, where your expertise in complex medical tests will play a vital role in patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment, performing critical tests and ensuring the accuracy of results. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to providing the highest quality of care, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients every day.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

Employee stock purchase program

Student loan repayment

Qualifications

• 6 years of clinical lab experience or relevant degree with lab experience.
• Certification in medical technology or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex medical laboratory tests for diagnosis and treatment.
• Analyze test results and maintain quality control programs.
• Document data and modify departmental procedures as needed.

Skills

Specimen processing

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Description

Methodist Hospital

Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Laboratory Department

Full Time - Non-Exempt

Night Shift - Rotating Weekends

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.

Responsibilities:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II is 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.

What you will do In This Role:

• Performs specimen processing and testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing.
• Analyzes test results - demonstrates knowledge of pathological processes with correlation of disease states and test results.
• Understands, performs, and practices preventive maintenance; 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.
• Understands, performs, and practices quality control to include running controls, evaluating data, documentation of data, and taking corrective action as required. Communicates any relevant QC information to supervisor/lead tech.
• Reviews, writes or modifies departmental procedures or policies.
• Meets timeliness for gaining skills. Satisfactorily completes competency checklist for this position. Assumes responsibility for own development to include cross-training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the department or to permit flexible staffing assignments.

What Minimum Qualifications You Will Need:

• A. High school diploma (or equivalent), with 6 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.

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.

About Methodist Hospital:

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

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.