Medical Lab Scientist | Full-Time 40 (4386)

Medina Healthcare; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Medina Regional Hospital in Hondo, TX seeks a Medical Lab Scientist to join our Laboratory team. The role involves independent specimen processing and performing moderate to high complexity testing to support accurate diagnoses and treatment.

You will conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, study blood cells, perform transfusion testing, and verify instrument performance and data integrity. A bachelor’s degree and ASCP/AMT certification within 12 months of hire are required, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• ASCP/AMT certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of quality control and lab safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical analyses of body fluids to identify components.
• Study blood cells and morphology.
• Perform blood type and compatibility testing.
• Enter results into computer and maintain logs.
• Perform instrument QC and preventive maintenance.
• Train and supervise students.

Skills

Lab techniques

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field

ASCP or AMT certification within 12 months of hire

Tools

LIMS

EMR systems

Handheld scanners

Email software

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist | Full-Time 40 (4386)# Medical Lab Scientist | Full-Time 40 (4386)Medina Regional Hospital 3100 Ave E - Hondo, TX 78861## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftVaryingTravel PercentageNone## DescriptionSummary Medical Technologist, in collaboration with the Laboratory team, performs specimen processing and testing independently to include moderate and high complexity testing in medical laboratory to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease by performing the following duties.Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Conducts chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.* Studies blood cells, their numbers, and morphology.* Performs blood group, type, and compatibility tests for transfusion purposes.* Analyzes test results and enters findings in computer.* Performs quality control studies to ensure accuracy of clinical data.* Performs routine preventative maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure.* Verifies instrument functioning by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data.* Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement, and maintenance needed of equipment.* Trains and supervises students.* Other duties as assigned.Key Success Factors* Knowledge of laboratory technical skills and medical terminology.* General computer skills, including but not limited to using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning, and email.* Verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to problem solve.* Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.* Customer service skills.* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.## QualificationsEducation and/or Experience* Graduate of an accredited bachelor’s degree program.* Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Medical Technologist, American Society of Clinical Pathologist (ASCP) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) certification required within 12 months of hire date.Other Skills and Abilities* Able to manage periods of high laboratory volume.Physical Demands* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.