Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Prime Healthcare•Mission, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II (also referred to as a Medical Technologist) performs laboratory testing that supports diagnosis and patient care. The role requires technical expertise, analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration within a healthcare team. It is a per diem/PRN position, with variable shifts of eight hours, at Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, Texas. The laboratory scientist performs a wide variety of procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines introduced into the laboratory. Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientists or Medical Technologists who are new graduates are encouraged to apply; the posting notes that candidates without experience may be classified as CLS I. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed nonprofit hospital and a member of Prime Healthcare. The hospital provides inpatient and outpatient services to the Rio Grande Valley and describes its team as committed to quality, compassion, and community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, or biological health science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1423).
Minimum of two years of hospital laboratory work experience required; the posting also encourages licensed new graduates to apply and notes that those without experience may be classified as CLS I.
Current and valid state license if the laboratory is located in a state where one is required.

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids, including routine and specialized tests.
Interpret laboratory results, identify abnormalities, and help ensure results are accurate and reliable to support patient-care decisions.
Implement and monitor quality-control procedures and calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
Maintain accurate, detailed records of laboratory tests and results, and enter data into laboratory information systems.
Ensure laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements.
Perform laboratory procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines as introduced.