Clinical Laboratory Scientist II

Mission Regional Medical Center•Mission, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Mission Regional Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II, also referred to as a Medical Technologist. This per-diem, as-needed position requires technical expertise, analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with a healthcare team. The role contributes to the diagnostic process and patient care. Shifts are variable and are eight hours long. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods across Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines as introduced into the laboratory. New graduates with appropriate licensure or certification and no prior experience are encouraged to apply; they may be classified as CLS I. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, nonprofit hospital serving the Rio Grande Valley and is a member of Prime Healthcare. The hospital describes its work as grounded in quality, compassion, and community.

Requirements

Minimum two years of hospital laboratory work experience required; the posting also says licensed MLS or MT candidates who are new graduates with no prior experience are encouraged to apply and may be classified as CLS I.
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).
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 routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood, tissues, and other bodily fluids to aid disease diagnosis.
Interpret test results, identify abnormalities, and ensure results are accurate and reliable to support patient-care decisions.
Implement and monitor quality-control procedures for laboratory testing.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
Maintain accurate, detailed records of tests and results and enter data into laboratory information systems.
Ensure laboratory operations comply with hospital policies, governmental regulations, and accreditation requirements.
Perform a wide variety of laboratory procedures using independent judgment and manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and other disciplines as introduced.