Medical Laboratory Scientist - Sugar Land, Tx

The US Oncology Network•Sugar Land, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join their team in Sugar Land, Texas. This role supports the Sugar Land location and typically involves a Monday through Friday work week with no on-call duties, weekends, or major holidays. The position can be classified as Level I, II, or Senior, depending on the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country, dedicated to making advanced cancer care accessible to all communities. They utilize leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, evidence-based cancer care, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their patients' fight against cancer. The Sugar Land facility provides comprehensive cancer care, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and precision medicine, in a patient-centered environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related health care field. Or relevant experience.
Associate’s Degree + Four (4) years of related work experience
Eight (8) years of related work experience
Current state license if required.
MT (AMT), MLS/MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred.
Position is entry-level and requires no experience.
One (1) year of experience is strongly preferred.
Licensure and certification requirements depend on the state.
Except for grandfathered situations, bachelor's degree in Medical Technology required.
Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience (for Level II).
Position requires five (5) years of experience (for Level Senior).

Nice To Haves

MT (AMT), MLS/MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

Responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests.
Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures.
Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed.
Trains employees in laboratory procedures.
May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument.
Acts as a resource for laboratory science information.
May oversee daily laboratory activities in absence of supervisor.
Performs clinical tests used in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.
Demonstrates the clinical thinking and technical skills needed to assess the appropriateness of results and the need for retesting or equipment recalibration.
Performs and monitors specialized diagnostic laboratory tests.
Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.
Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered.
Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests.
Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room).
Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens.
Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated.
Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reagents.
Participates in proficiency testing by performing sample analysis and reporting results at least once a year.
Prepares peripheral blood smear and competently performs complete WBC differential on normal and abnormal smears.
Performs microscopic examination of urinary sediment.
Records results on appropriate worksheet and computer system and performs file maintenance.
Processes specimens for send-out testing.
Follows the laboratory’s policies whenever test systems are not within the laboratory’s established acceptable levels of performance. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either corrects the problem or notifies supervisor. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Verifies all critical results and documents with accurate follow-up.
Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all supplies are viable before using in patient testing. Prepares reagents, stains and other chemical solutions as needed. Restocks the laboratory area as needed.
Sends specimens to reference laboratories for any testing not performed in house.
Processes incoming orders for lab testing including reference laboratory specimens.
Processes in-house and in-coming results for charting.
Charts patient results in a timely manner as needed.
Properly identify and band patients for blood product transfusion. Processes properlyட்ப labeled specimens according to local bloodbank policy.
Participates in development of new instruments and procedures as needed.
Complies with quality assurance standards.
Adheres to all OSHA compliance laws and Universal Precaution procedures. Complies with applicable regulatory agency standards.
Properly disposes of hazardous materials.
Maintains a clean working environment.
Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
Performs CLIA classified Moderate and High complexity testing with minimal supervision.