Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Texas Health Fort Worth is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the Blood Bank team. This full-time role requires a MT/MLS background, internship, ASCP certifications within 6 months, and blood bank experience.

Work location: 1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104, hours 12:30 PM–11:00 PM Wed–Sat with some flexibility. You will ensure specimen integrity, perform testing, maintain quality control, and support safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MT or equivalent Science is required.
• An internship in an approved Medical Technician program is required.
• 2 years of laboratory experience preferred, with blood bank experience highly preferred.
• MLS/ASCP certification to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Multiple licensing options accepted, to be completed within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain specimen integrity and proper labeling.
• Perform routine and special tests in the Blood Bank.
• Uphold professional accountability and documentation.
• Follow test procedures and quality control measures.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in MT/Science

Internship in Medical Technician training

MLS (ASCP) certification within 6 months

MT (ASCP) license within 6 months

Licenses (AMT/AAB/HHS etc.) within 6 months

Tools

None

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank Bring your passion to Texas Health So We Are Better + Together

Position highlights:

• Work location: 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth. Texas 76104
• Work hours: 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM Wednesday - Saturday (Scheduling has some flexibility with start and end times)

Department highlights:

• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Supportive leadership and positive workplace culture
• Commitment to excellence in patient care and laboratory services

Here's What You Need:

• Bachelor's Degree in MT program or equivalent Science required
• Internship in an approved Medical Technician training program required.
• 2 years' experience in a Medical Laboratory preferred.
• Previous experience working in a Blood Bank setting is highly preferred.
• MLS (ASCP) Medical Lab Scientist required within 6 months after hire
• MT (ASCP) Medical Technologist required within 6 months after hire
• Other AMT, AAB, HHS, NCA, HEW, CLS- CA, FL, NY state license, Philippine Board of Technical Technology required within 6 months after hire Or M(ASCP) - Microbiology if working in Microbiology required within 6 months after hire
• Strong positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English clearly.
• Problem solving ability, time management skills.
• Possess organizational skills to function successfully in a fast-paced work environment.
• Computer literate.

Here's What You Will Do:

• Specimen Integrity
• Laboratory Operations
• Professional Accountability
• Test Procedures
• Quality Control/Documentation
• Safety

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Medical Laboratory Scientist:

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity highlights:

Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital that has served the Fort Worth community since 1930. We offer advanced care in cardiovascular services, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine, and emergency medicine. Our hospital also features certified programs in Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement, Brain Tumor Treatment, Advanced Spine Care, and Advanced Palliative Care. We are also home to a kidney transplant program that underscores our high-acuity capabilities, and we support Graduate Medical Education (GME) to help train the next generation of physicians. Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level I Trauma Center. We are also a designated Magnet hospital and recognized as the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. Texas Health Fort Worth continues to be a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, women's health, cardiac care, and more.

If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail].