Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead - General Lab/Blood Bank

Texas Children's Hospital•Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead oversees workflow and performs quality assurance duties in the assigned Laboratory Section. The role may also serve as the section’s team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer. Responsibilities include specimen processing, routine and specialized testing, quality control, instrument maintenance, training, procedure documentation, laboratory information system support, and assistance with safety, regulatory compliance, inspections, and budget planning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, medical technology, or a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent education.
Three years of experience in a laboratory setting applicable to the assigned area of responsibility or certification.
Obtain one of the listed laboratory certifications within 18 months of entering the role: BB-ASCP, C-ASCP, H-ASCP, HT-ASCP, HTL-ASCP, M-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MLS-ASCP, MP-ASCP, MT-ASCP, MT-AMT, SM-ASCP, IMLS, CLSp-NCA, MT-NCA, MT-STATE, MT-AAB, CT-ASCP, or SCT-ASCP.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree or higher in biology, chemistry, laboratory science, or a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

Validate specimen identification, type, and size, and process samples according to established handling protocols.
Organize and prioritize routine, STAT, and Laboratory Triage System samples to meet required turnaround times.
Perform routine and specialized testing; evaluate questionable results, repeat tests when necessary, and document corrective actions in the laboratory information system.
Report critical results promptly and document all required information.
Perform and review quality control procedures, investigate unacceptable results, and complete corrective-action documentation.
Conduct instrument function checks, calibrations, and scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; troubleshoot equipment problems.
Assist with new testing processes, written procedures, audits, statistical analyses, and operational reports.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels and monitor reagent crossover checks, expiration dates, and backorders.
Train students and employees; develop training materials and competency assessments; and coordinate internship assignments.
Revise and maintain technical procedure manuals and participate in continuing education and in-service programs.
Troubleshoot laboratory information system issues and support system maintenance, interfaces, upgrades, test plans, and training documents.
Perform laboratory in-charge duties as needed and support safety practices, regulatory compliance, inspections, and budget planning.
Communicate testing, quality control, and instrumentation problems promptly to appropriate laboratory leadership.
Perform other related duties as assigned.