Med Lab Scientist, LabServ - Blood Bank (Days)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join their Laboratory Services team. This role involves performing and reporting on complex laboratory tests, ensuring accuracy and quality control. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science and be ready to obtain certification shortly after hiring. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to vital patient care and collaborating with a skilled team. If you're passionate about laboratory science and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform and report complex laboratory tests.
• Must obtain certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures accurately.
• Evaluate and report patient results with documentation.
• Train employees and assess staff for competency.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control

Problem-Solving Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

Med Lab Scientist, LabServ - Blood Bank (Days)

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Job Summary

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within a division of the clinical laboratory.

Job Summary

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within a division of the clinical laboratory.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, following standard procedures and recognizes deviation from expected results.
• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required documentation.
• Performs, records and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use.
• Performs and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment as assigned.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots according to protocol.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for test procedures.
• Participates in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned.
• Monitors inventory for proper levels, notifies person responsible for ordering when supplies needed, and receives and unpacks supplies when delivered.
• Instructs and trains employees and students. May assess staff for competency.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
• Performs laboratory testing as required per division.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.
  
  

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science.
• No experience required.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Specialty certification and clinical laboratory work experience in Blood Bank
  
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must obtain certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), or equivalent certification as appropriate, within 12 months of hire.
• Qualifies as Testing Personnel for high complexity testing under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA).
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0717 - John W McCullough Bldg

Job

Clinical Laboratory

Organization

UTMB Health

Regular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

May 7, 2025, 9:28:22 AM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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