Medical Lab Scientist Specialist

Houston Methodist; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Cypress is looking for a Medical Lab Scientist Specialist to perform complex analyses, support laboratory operations, and mentor junior staff. This role is critical for maintaining high-quality lab results and involves collaboration within a patient care team. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications, with experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Must have certifications in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Three years of experience in a clinical laboratory required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex analyses, acting as a subject matter expert.
• Mentors team members and manages quality control initiatives.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

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At Houston Methodist, the Medical Laboratory Scientist Specialist position is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses at a subject matter expert level, which necessitates knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and equipment and their interrelationship. This position exercises good judgment by using critical thinking skills and takes an active role in problem solving for the laboratory section. The Medical Laboratory Scientist Specialist also ensures that specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to deliver quality laboratory results in an effective and cost efficient manner. Additional responsibilities include serving as a role model and preceptor for staff and leading quality control initiatives for section.

People Essential Functions

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Orients, guides and mentors team members and students, to help build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge and abilities. Administers and grades staff competency assessments.
• Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiatives.
  
  

Service Essential Functions

• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examination using various analyzers and/or manual methods.
• Sets pace for workload and troubleshoots workflow issues for laboratory section. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
• Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by management.
  
  

Quality/Safety Essential Functions

• Performs the six elements of competency for test systems used to generate patient test results in all areas assigned to work.
• Recognizes, investigates and correctly resolves test discrepancies. When problems arise, takes appropriate action to investigate and address and notifies management for follow-up.
• Compiles and reviews monthly quality control data, to include actions for variances identified, and provides proper documentation of all variations. Oversees section compliance by reviewing and responding to College of American Pathologists (CAP) Accreditation Checklists questions/ findings. Completes online CAP Inspector Training.
• Develops plan, leads implementation, and performs data analysis of validations. Coordinates instrument maintenance and repairs.
• Independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues for section. Assists with policy review and submission.
  
  

Finance Essential Functions

• Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Actively participates in inventory management.
  
  

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions

• Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will improve quality or service.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
  
  

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree
  
  

Work Experience

• Three years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist or comparable role. May consider HM employee with two years of experience, to include a minimum of one year as a HM Medical Laboratory Scientist, and who demonstrates progressive responsibilities.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications - Required

• Must have one of the following required certifications:
• Preferred - Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or categorical certification by Board of Certification (ASCP)
• Certified as a Medical Technologist by American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)
• HLA only - One of the following is required: ◊ Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification ◊ Certified by American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI)
• Microbiology only - One of the following is required: ◊ Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification ◊ Microbiology, M(ASCP) certification ◊ Clinical microbiology registry from American Society for Microbiology, RM(AAM)
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy workflow with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracy
• Ability to work independently and execute above average technical skills
• Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion to recognize problems ranging from simple to complex, identify causes and take corrective action
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documents
• Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient care
  
  

Supplemental Requirements

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs Yes
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No
  
  

ON-CALL*

• Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
• On Call* Yes
  
  

TRAVEL**

• Travel specifications may vary by department**
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
  
  

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior 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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