Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead - General Lab/Blood Bank

Texas Children's Hospital; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead to oversee workflow and quality assurance in the Laboratory Section. You may act as team leader, scheduler and primary trainer for the section, ensuring timely processing of specimens and accurate reporting of results.

The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory science field and at least three years of laboratory experience, plus eligible certification within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required
• Three years of experience in a laboratory setting applicable to the assigned area of responsibility or certification required

Responsibilities

• Validates specimen identification, type and size and processes samples according to established handling protocols
• Organizes and prioritizes routine, STAT and Laboratory Triage System samples to meet required turnaround times
• Performs routine and specialized testing, evaluates questionable results, repeats tests when necessary and documents corrective actions in the laboratory information system
• Reports critical results promptly and documents all required information
• Performs and reviews quality control procedures, investigates unacceptable results and completes corrective-action documentation
• Conducts instrument function checks, calibrations and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshoots equipment problems
• Assists with new testing processes, written procedures, audits, statistical analyses and operational reports
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels and monitors reagent crossover checks, expiration dates and backorders
• Trains students and employees, develops training materials and competency assessments and coordinates internship assignments
• Revises and maintains technical procedure manuals and participates in continuing education and in-service programs
• Troubleshoots laboratory information system issues and supports system maintenance, interfaces, upgrades, test plans and training documents
• Performs laboratory in-charge duties as needed and supports safety practices, regulatory compliance, inspections and budget planning
• Communicates testing, quality control and instrumentation problems promptly to appropriate laboratory leadership
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required

Job description

Job DescriptionWe’re searching for a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead, someone who’s ready to be part of the best ranked children’s hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you'll oversee workflow and perform quality assurance duties in the Laboratory Section of your responsibility. You may also serves as team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer for the section.

Job DescriptionWe’re searching for a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead, someone who’s ready to be part of the best ranked children’s hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you'll oversee workflow and perform quality assurance duties in the Laboratory Section of your responsibility. You may also serves as team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer for the section.
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Responsibilities

• Validates specimen identification, type and size and processes samples according to established handling protocols
• Organizes and prioritizes routine, STAT and Laboratory Triage System samples to meet required turnaround times
• Performs routine and specialized testing, evaluates questionable results, repeats tests when necessary and documents corrective actions in the laboratory information system
• Reports critical results promptly and documents all required information
• Performs and reviews quality control procedures, investigates unacceptable results and completes corrective-action documentation
• Conducts instrument function checks, calibrations and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and troubleshoots equipment problems
• Assists with new testing processes, written procedures, audits, statistical analyses and operational reports
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels and monitors reagent crossover checks, expiration dates and backorders
• Trains students and employees, develops training materials and competency assessments and coordinates internship assignments
• Revises and maintains technical procedure manuals and participates in continuing education and in-service programs
• Troubleshoots laboratory information system issues and supports system maintenance, interfaces, upgrades, test plans and training documents
• Performs laboratory in-charge duties as needed and supports safety practices, regulatory compliance, inspections and budget planning
• Communicates testing, quality control and instrumentation problems promptly to appropriate laboratory leadership
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education required
• Three years of experience in a laboratory setting applicable to the assigned area of responsibility or certification required

One of the following certifications must be obtained within 18 months of entering the role required:

• BB-ASCP Technologist in Blood Banking, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• C-ASCP Technologist in Chemistry, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• H-ASCP Technologist in Hematology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• HT-ASCP Histotechnician, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• HTL-ASCP Histotechnologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• M-ASCP Technologist in Microbiology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MB-ASCP Technologist in Molecular Biology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MLS-ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MP-ASCP Technologist in Molecular Pathology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MT-ASCP Medical Technologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• MT-AMT Medical Technologist, American Medical Technologists
• SM-ASCP Specialist in Microbiology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• IMLS International Medical Laboratory Scientist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• CLSp-NCA Clinical Laboratory Specialist, National Credentialing Agency
• MT-NCA Medical Technologist, National Certification Agency for Laboratory Personnel
• MT-STATE Medical Technologist certification from any state
• MT-AAB Medical Technologist, American Association of Bioanalysts
• CT-ASCP Cytotechnologist, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• SCT-ASCP Specialist in Cytology, American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Master’s degree or higher in biology, chemistry, laboratory science or a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience preferred

About Us Texas Children’s presence in Austin helps support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keeps kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. Texas Children’s first health care location in Austin, Texas Children’s Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 15 Texas Children’s Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area providing full-service family care including routine childhood immunizations, well visits, and sick care. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services. Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, is our new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families.

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