Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)

Conifer Health Solutions•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, interprets and reports results, operates and troubleshoots laboratory equipment, and supports the laboratory’s quality, compliance, training, and operational activities.

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 a HHS examination meet the stated education criteria.
Meet CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489.
Three years of experience as a medical technologist in an acute care facility, with demonstration of increasing responsibilities.
Registration with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS) within 12 months of hire.
Non-US-trained personnel must complete an equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire.
State licensure, as required.

Responsibilities

Process and test blood and other body fluid specimens for the clinical laboratory.
Review test results and apply the appropriate clinical interpretation.
Report laboratory results accurately and responsively using a laboratory information system.
Operate, maintain, and perform advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
Perform venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensure specimen integrity as necessary.
Perform basic clerical functions.
Write procedures and assist in developing department policies.
Serve as a resource for information and problem solving for Medical Technicians, Medical Lab Scientist I staff, Phlebotomists, and other laboratory personnel.
Assist with new equipment validation and implementation, employee and student training, competency assessment, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, quality control, and instrument maintenance.
Assist with research and development projects as required.
Relay orders, take inventory, and stock supplies.
Use resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain a safe environment and address patient population-specific needs.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities.