Microbiology MLS | Day Shift & PRN Lab Scientist

Ardent Health Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Harker Heights, TX, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLS/MLT) for day shift or PRN coverage. The role emphasizes clinical laboratory testing with a focus on microbiology and patient care.

Applicants should have a Baccalaureate or Associate degree in medical technology or related fields; ASCP certification is preferred, with experience in microbiology highly valued.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in medical technology or related sciences.
• ASCP certification preferred.
• Microbiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a professional responsible for clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis.
• Performs routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, maintenance, and inventory control.
• Participates in quality assurance and proficiency testing; assists in training new staff and students.
• Displays technical expertise to ensure timely and accurate results of laboratory procedures.
• Prioritizes workload and supports coworkers to maintain productivity.
• Works primarily in Microbiology and follows infection control practices.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Infection control

Prioritization & organization

Communication skills

Education

Baccalaureate or Associate degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science/MLT

Job description

Ardent Health Services in Harker Heights, TX, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLS/MLT) for day shift or PRN coverage. The role emphasizes clinical laboratory testing with a focus on microbiology and patient care.

Applicants should have a Baccalaureate or Associate degree in medical technology or related fields; ASCP certification is preferred, with experience in microbiology highly valued.