Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank

Texas Health • Fort Worth, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist works in the Blood Bank at Texas Health Fort Worth, performing laboratory work that supports patient care and laboratory services. The role covers specimen integrity, laboratory operations, professional accountability, test procedures, quality control and documentation, and safety. The position is based at 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76104. Scheduled hours are 12:30 PM–11:00 PM, Wednesday through Saturday, with some flexibility in start and end times. The department describes its environment as collaborative and team-oriented, with supportive leadership, a positive workplace culture, and a commitment to excellence in patient care and laboratory services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an MT program or equivalent science degree.
• Internship in an approved Medical Technician training program.
• MLS (ASCP) Medical Lab Scientist certification within six months after hire.
• MT (ASCP) Medical Technologist certification within six months after hire.
• One of the listed alternatives required within six months after hire: AMT, AAB, HHS, NCA, HEW, CLS-CA, a Florida or New York state license, or Philippine Board of Technical Technology; alternatively, M(ASCP) Microbiology if working in Microbiology.
• Strong positive interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Problem-solving ability and time-management skills.
• Organizational skills to function successfully in a fast-paced work environment.
• Computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

• Two years’ experience in a medical laboratory.
• Previous experience working in a Blood Bank setting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain specimen integrity.
• Support laboratory operations.
• Demonstrate professional accountability.
• Perform test procedures.
• Conduct quality control and documentation.
• Follow safety practices.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time