Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) - PRN

Texas Health Resources • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) position at Texas Health Dallas is a PRN role that requires availability to work nights and weekends as needed. The laboratory is a fast-paced, high-complexity Microbiology HUB serving 10 hospital sites, emphasizing a team atmosphere dedicated to quality results. The variety of testing includes Microbiology (routine, AFB, and fungal cultures), Molecular, and Serology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Applied Technology, Clinical Lab Science, or Chemical, Physical or Biological Science preferred.
• Internship in an approved Medical Technology training program required.
• Three years' experience in Microbiology preferred.
• Licensed MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist or MLS(ASCP) - Medical Lab Scientist or other relevant state licenses required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and solve problems related to collection and/or processing of specimens, maintaining specimen integrity throughout the testing process.
• Facilitates workflow process.
• Checks outstanding tests list in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoots and follows through on outstanding tests which appear to have not been collected/received when expected.
• Knows and uses computer downtime procedures as needed when computer is not available.
• Helps other hospital and laboratory coworkers to provide timely patient care.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flex spending
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment programs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree