Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

10h

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist provides state-of-the-art laboratory specimen testing, including phlebotomy, for patients ranging from neonates to geriatric patients while ensuring patient safety. The position processes and tests blood and other body fluid specimens, reviews and clinically interprets results, and reports results accurately and promptly using a laboratory information system. It also involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory instruments and equipment; performing phlebotomy; supporting laboratory personnel; assisting with research and development; training employees and students; and maintaining supplies and a safe, efficient work environment.

The role requires a 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 qualifying military training, consistent with the specified CLIA requirements. Acute-care Medical Lab Scientist experience and certification or eligibility for certification are preferred. Registry-eligible employees are expected to obtain certification within one year of hire.

Northeast Baptist Hospital describes its workplace as supportive and collaborative, with advanced technology and a focus on exceptional patient care. The organization offers benefits and opportunities related to health, professional development, and work-life balance. Benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.

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 are also identified as meeting the stated criteria.
• Meet the stated CLIA criteria for High Complexity testing under 42 CFR 493.1489.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of Medical Lab Scientist experience in an acute-care facility.
• Certification (registration) or registry eligibility through an approved certifying agency such as ASCP, HHS, or AMT.
• Registry-eligible employees should obtain certification within one year from the date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Process and test blood and other body-fluid specimens for the clinical laboratory.
• Review test results and apply the correct clinical interpretation.
• Report laboratory results accurately and responsively, including through a laboratory information system.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation and equipment, and perform advanced troubleshooting.
• Perform venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensure specimen integrity.
• Perform basic clerical functions.
• Serve as a resource for information and problem-solving for Medical Technicians, Phlebotomists, and other laboratory personnel.
• Assist with research and development projects as required.
• Train employees and students.
• Relay orders, take inventory, and stock supplies.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time