Microbiology Lab Scientist — High-Precision Testing

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within Laboratory Services. You will follow standard procedures, review data, maintain quality control, troubleshoot instruments, and ensure safe, accurate results for patient care.

The role may require coverage of different shifts to guarantee patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision.
• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required documentation.
• Performs, records and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use.
• Performs and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment as assigned.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots according to protocol.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for test procedures.
• Participates in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned.
• Monitors inventory for proper levels, notifies person responsible for ordering when supplies needed, and receives and unpacks supplies when delivered.
• Instructs and trains employees and students. May assess staff for competency.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
• Performs laboratory testing as required per division.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, TX is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within Laboratory Services. You will follow standard procedures, review data, maintain quality control, troubleshoot instruments, and ensure safe, accurate results for patient care.

The role may require coverage of different shifts to guarantee patient care.