Med Lab Scientist, LabServ - Blood Bank (Nights, 8 On 6 Off)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

About The Position

Medical Laboratory Scientist in Laboratory Services provides the technical skills necessary to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within a clinical laboratory division. The position performs laboratory testing and supports accurate, timely patient care, including maintaining quality control, instruments, supplies, and required documentation. The schedule is night shift, eight days on and six days off; the employee may be asked to cover different shifts to guarantee patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or a basic science.
Obtain certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Board of Histocompatibility or Immunogenetics (ABHI), or equivalent as appropriate, within 12 months of hire.
No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

Blood Bank experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures accurately and precisely, following standard procedures and recognizing deviations from expected results.
Review and evaluate laboratory data for accuracy and report patient results with required documentation.
Perform, record, and evaluate quality-control data according to procedures, including checking expiration dates and documenting QC performance before use.
Perform and document assigned maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and equipment.
Recognize equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot according to protocol.
Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and take appropriate action.
Work independently within established guidelines, use problem-solving skills, meet deadlines, and respond to urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
Review and suggest revisions to test procedures.
Participate in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned.
Monitor inventory, notify the person responsible for ordering when supplies are needed, and receive and unpack delivered supplies.
Instruct and train employees and students; may assess staff competency.
Communicate pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other divisions.
Perform laboratory testing as required by the division.
Cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
Adhere to internal controls, the reporting structure, and safety protocols in each laboratory area.