Medical Lab Scientist / MLS or MLT

Tyler Regional Hospital; Town of Texas, Tyler (WI, TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join their team in Tyler, TX. This role offers the opportunity to thrive in a supportive, people-first environment where your contributions are valued. You'll be responsible for performing vital clinical laboratory tests that aid in patient diagnosis and care, utilizing advanced technology to enhance healthcare delivery. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to quality, this position promises a rewarding career path in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Wellness Resources

Inclusive Culture

Advanced Technology Support

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or Associates degree in relevant field required.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical laboratory testing for patient care and diagnosis.
• Participate in quality assurance and new employee training.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Techniques

Quality Control

Preventative Maintenance

Statistical Compilation

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology

Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Studies

Degree in Chemical, Physical or Biological Science

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a PRN, Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 432 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Laboratory Scientist functions as a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the performance of clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis.
• This position performs routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, preventative maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation.
• Will additionally participate in the quality assurance and performance improvement tasks, new employee training and proficiency testing as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Studies or a chemical, physical or biological science.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles

Preferred Job Requirements:

• ASCP or equivalent
• Certification within a specific area, i.e. M(ASCP), H(ASCP), C(ASCP) qualifies.
• Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.
• Previous clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist within a clinical laboratory.