Clinical Laboratory Scientist — Impactful, Patient‑Focused Lab

Houston Methodist; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital in Texas seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform both routine and complex analyses, ensuring accurate and timely results while following lab protocols.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, certification eligibility within 18 months, and strong English communication, attention to detail, and independent work in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment. Responsibilities include QC, calibrations, and collaboration with clinical staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in a hospital laboratory preferred (1 year).
• Must meet certification eligibility within 18 months and obtain one of the listed certifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses using analyzers and manual methods.
• Organizes workload and maintains testing records.
• Meets turnaround time expectations and ensures quality control and instrument calibrations.
• Collaborates with patients, physicians, and care teams, and mentors students or new staff.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Workflow management

Attention to detail

Independent judgment

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Office software

Job description

Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital in Texas seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform both routine and complex analyses, ensuring accurate and timely results while following lab protocols.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, certification eligibility within 18 months, and strong English communication, attention to detail, and independent work in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment. Responsibilities include QC, calibrations, and collaboration with clinical staff.