Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II provides state-of-the-art laboratory specimen testing, including phlebotomy, for patients from neonates to geriatric patients while ensuring patient safety. The role processes and tests blood and other body-fluid specimens, reviews and interprets test results, reports results accurately using a laboratory information system, and operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment. The scientist performs venous and capillary phlebotomy as needed and supports laboratory operations through clerical functions, procedure writing, policy development, supply management, and efficient use of resources. The role also serves as a resource for laboratory personnel and assists with equipment validation and implementation, training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance, quality assurance and control, instrument maintenance, research and development projects, and performance improvement activities. The position is responsible for maintaining a safe environment and addressing patient population-specific needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university and/or graduation from an accredited school of medical technology, or an equivalent qualification such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489.
Personnel who qualified at the Medical Technologist level before February 28, 1992, by achieving a satisfactory grade on an HHS examination meet the stated CLIA criteria for high-complexity testing.
At least 3 years as a medical technologist in an acute care facility, with demonstrated increasing responsibilities.
Registration with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS) within 12 months of hire.
For personnel trained outside the United States, an equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES, or AICE must be completed within 30 days of hire.
State licensure where required.

Responsibilities

Processes and tests blood and other body-fluid specimens for the clinical laboratory.
Reviews test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation of the data.
Reports laboratory results accurately and responsively, including through a laboratory information system.
Operates, maintains, and performs advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy as necessary and ensures specimen integrity.
Performs basic clerical functions.
Writes procedures and assists in developing department policies.
Acts as a resource for information and problem-solving for Medical Technicians, Medical Lab Scientist I staff, Phlebotomists, and other laboratory personnel.
Assists with new equipment validation and implementation.
Assists with employee and student training and competency assessment.
Supports regulatory compliance responsibilities for CAP, TCJ, AABB, or other agencies.
Participates in quality assurance, quality control, and instrument maintenance.
Assists with research and development projects as required.
Relays orders, takes inventory, and stocks supplies.
Uses resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintains a safe environment.
Addresses patient population-specific needs.
Participates in Performance Improvement activities.