Medical Laboratory Scientist - General Lab/Blood Bank

Texas Children's Hospital • Houston, TX

29d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs routine and special laboratory procedures to obtain data or prepare products that support disease diagnosis and treatment and quality patient care. The role is based at Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a pediatric community hospital in Houston. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant laboratory or science field and one of the listed professional certifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology.
• One of the following certifications is required: CLSP-NCA Clinical Lab Spec, National Credentialing Agency; BB-ASCP Tech Blood Bank; C-ASCP Tech in Chemistry; H-ASCP Technologist of Hematology; M-ASCP Technician Microbiology; MB-ASCP Technician Molecular Biology; MLS-ASCP Medical Lab Scientist; MP-ASCP Technician Molecular Pathology; MT-AAB Medical Technologist; MT-ASCP Medical Technologist; IMLS International Medical Laboratory Certification; SM-ASCP Specialist in Microbiology; HTL-ASCP Histotechnologist; MT-AMT Medical Technologist; HT-ASCP Certified Histology Technician; MT-STATE Medical Technologist; MT-NCA Medical Technologist; or CT-ASCP Cytotechnologist.

Responsibilities

• Determine specimen and order suitability by verifying patient information and resolving erroneous or inconsistent orders.
• Organize and prioritize workload to meet medical staff needs without repeating work.
• Perform routine and special testing accurately, evaluate results, and promptly troubleshoot abnormal findings.
• Respond to emergencies and STAT requests without delay.
• Assist staff with specimen troubleshooting and workload to meet turnaround times.
• Communicate quality control issues to the appropriate supervisor and maintain accurate documentation.
• Order supplies, maintain inventory, and quarantine or discard unsuitable stock.
• Perform and document quality control procedures and routine instrument maintenance.
• Record and monitor refrigerator and freezer temperatures and functions according to protocol.
• Assist with instrument troubleshooting and evaluation of new procedures and instruments.
• Maintain and demonstrate competency through ongoing performance and continuing education.
• Train new employees and communicate clearly to support workflow and testing quality.
• Serve as in-charge technologist in the supervisor’s absence, prioritizing workflow and documenting issues.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean work area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time