Medical Lab Scientist/ MLS or MLT

UT Health East Texas•Jacksonville, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a variable shift, full-time, Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Lab Technician (MLT) in Jacksonville, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Jacksonville features 33 operational beds, an ICU, a 24-hour ED designated as a Level IV trauma center, a maternity unit, advanced diagnostic technology, surgical suites, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and a UT Health East Texas Olympic Center fitness and rehabilitation facility. Explore Career Pathways for Laboratory Professionals:

Requirements

Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Studies or a chemical, physical or biological science.
Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles.

Responsibilities

The Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) functions as a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the performance of clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis.
This position performs routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, preventative maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation.
Will additionally participates in quality assurance, performance improvement, laboratory education, new employee training, and proficiency testing when assigned.