Medical Lab Scientist: Precision Testing for Patient Care

UMC Health System; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System in Lubbock, TX is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to test patient specimens, ensure QC, and report results to providers. The role supports CAP/AABB/DNV/FDA compliance and requires a Bachelor’s degree.

You will perform daily testing preparation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintain equipment, with interaction across nursing and hospital departments. Fluent English communication and accurate labeling are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Accurate specimen labeling and patient identification.
• Strong communication skills in English and data entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing.
• Test patient specimens and ensure QC levels are acceptable.
• Ensure CAP, AABB, DNV, and FDA requirements are followed as applicable.
• Perform equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned related to the medical laboratory.

Skills

Identify patients and label specimens

Computer proficiency

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

UMC Health System in Lubbock, TX is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to test patient specimens, ensure QC, and report results to providers. The role supports CAP/AABB/DNV/FDA compliance and requires a Bachelor’s degree.

You will perform daily testing preparation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintain equipment, with interaction across nursing and hospital departments. Fluent English communication and accurate labeling are essential.