Medical Laboratory Scientist- PRN

Texas Health Resources, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Job summary

Texas Health Kaufman is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the Laboratory Department. The role focuses on maintaining specimen integrity, adhering to quality controls, and supporting a diverse, rapidly growing community hospital lab.

You will participate in staff training, support orientation, and demonstrate cost-effective practices while upholding THR Promise Behaviors in a newly remodeled laboratory with the latest technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science.
• Internship in an approved Medical Technology training program is required.
• 2 years of experience in a medical laboratory is preferred or 6 months in Microbiology if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Maintains specimen integrity throughout the testing process.
• Gives direction and guidance to technical staff and laboratory support personnel.
• Participates in orientation and training of students, volunteers, new employees and observers.
• Adheres to THR Promise Behaviors.

Skills

Guidance to staff

Cost effectiveness

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Applied Technology, Clinical Lab Science or Chemical, Physical or Biological Science

Tools

MT(ASCP) Medical Technologist

MLS(ASCP) Medical Lab Scientist

State Licenses (FL, NY, etc.)

AMT/AAB/HHS/NCA license

M(ASCP) Microbiology

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist – Laboratory Department Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Kaufman- 850 Ed Hall Drive, Kaufman 75142 Work hours: PRN Department highlights: - Diverse team whose primary focus is ensuring accuracy of patient results. - Community hospital in the fastest growing county in the country. - Newly remodeled laboratory with latest technology. Here’s What You Need - Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Applied Technology, Clinical Lab Science or Chemical, Physical or Biological Science preferred. Individuals hired as a CLS II prior to January 3, 2010 will be grandfathered to the MLS position with existing education. degree may be obtained within 3 months of hire is required - Internship in an approved Medical Technology training program is required and - 2 Years experience in a Medical Laboratory is preferred - MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist 6 Months is required Or - MLS(ASCP) - Medical Lab Scientist 6 Months is required Or - Other AMT, AAB, HHS, NCA, HEW, CLS- CA, FL, NY state license, Philippine Board of Technical Technology 6 Months is required Or - M(ASCP) - Microbiology if working in Microbiology 6 Months is required What You Will Do - Maintains specimen integrity throughout the testing process - Demonstrates active cost effectiveness - Participates in orientation and training of students, volunteers, new employees and observers - Adhere to the THR Promise Behaviors - Gives direction and guidance to technical staff and laboratory support personnel - Demonstrates understanding of quality control guidelines Additional perks of being a Texas MLS - Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits. - Delivery of high-quality patient care - Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). - A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. For more than 40 years, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman has served the communities of Kaufman, Crandall, Forney, Gun Barrel City, Mabank, Terrell and surrounding areas. We’re a 91-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital that serves our community with excellence every day. We specialize in a wide variety of surgical services, including orthopedic surgery as well as diagnostic and imaging services and outpatient physical therapy. We also specialize in respiratory care, nuclear medicine and emergency medicine. Texas Health Kaufman is a Joint Commission-certified facility. We’re recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Pathway to Excellence hospital for our commitment to creating a positive practice environment that engages and empowers our staff. 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] #LI-TJ1