Lead Medical Laboratory Scientist – Blood Bank & Lab

Texas Children's Hospital; Austin (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead to oversee workflow and quality assurance in the Laboratory Section. You may act as team leader, scheduler and primary trainer for the section, ensuring timely processing of specimens and accurate reporting of results.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory science field and at least three years of laboratory experience, plus eligible certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required
• Three years of experience in a laboratory setting applicable to the assigned area of responsibility or certification required

Responsabilités

• Validates specimen identification, type and size and processes samples according to established handling protocols
• Organizes and prioritizes routine, STAT and Laboratory Triage System samples to meet required turnaround times
• Performs routine and specialized testing, evaluates questionable results, repeats tests when necessary and documents corrective actions in the laboratory information system
• Reports critical results promptly and documents all required information
• Performs and reviews quality control procedures, investigates unacceptable results and completes corrective-action documentation
• Conducts instrument function checks, calibrations and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshoots equipment problems
• Assists with new testing processes, written procedures, audits, statistical analyses and operational reports
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels and monitors reagent crossover checks, expiration dates and backorders
• Trains students and employees, develops training materials and competency assessments and coordinates internship assignments
• Revises and maintains technical procedure manuals and participates in continuing education and in-service programs
• Troubleshoots laboratory information system issues and supports system maintenance, interfaces, upgrades, test plans and training documents
• Performs laboratory in-charge duties as needed and supports safety practices, regulatory compliance, inspections and budget planning
• Communicates testing, quality control and instrumentation problems promptly to appropriate laboratory leadership
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required

Description du poste

Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead to oversee workflow and quality assurance in the Laboratory Section. You may act as team leader, scheduler and primary trainer for the section, ensuring timely processing of specimens and accurate reporting of results.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory science field and at least three years of laboratory experience, plus eligible certification within 18 months.