Pediatric Medical Laboratory Lead Scientist & Trainer

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead to oversee workflow, quality assurance, and staff training in the Laboratory Section.

You will serve as team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer, ensuring turnaround times and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3 years of laboratory experience, and certification within 18 months; MLS/ASCP credentials are preferred for advancement.

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
• Within 18 months, obtain one of the listed ASCP certifications (e.g., MLS-ASCP, MT-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MT-AMT, SCT-ASCP, IM...ASCP)

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

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science

Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience

ASCP certifications list (see requirements)

MLS/MLT credentials (ASCP)

Job description

Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead to oversee workflow, quality assurance, and staff training in the Laboratory Section.

You will serve as team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer, ensuring turnaround times and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3 years of laboratory experience, and certification within 18 months; MLS/ASCP credentials are preferred for advancement.