Float MLT

The US Oncology Network•Mansfield, TX

17h

About The Position

Texas Oncology is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technician to support its Mansfield location. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position scheduled from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The role may be classified as Level 2 or Senior based on the candidate’s experience. The Medical Laboratory Technician performs specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, quality control, and moderate- and high-complexity laboratory testing. The technician follows quality assurance and safety procedures, collects specimens, and assists with patient flow as needed. The role supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The position may be supervised by a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist. Texas Oncology is a community oncology provider serving patients across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Its mission is to provide accessible, high-quality, evidence-based cancer care using technology and research.

Requirements

Level 2: Three years of experience.
Associate degree in medical technology, laboratory science, or a related science field.
Current state license, if required.
Senior level: Five years of experience, in addition to Level 2 qualifications.

Nice To Haves

AMT, ASCP, or equivalent certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assist with phlebotomy and collect appropriate patient specimens as ordered; confirm pre-authorization and complete required consent forms, including ABNs, before collecting specimens for limited-coverage tests.
Assist with special procedures as needed, such as in-room bone marrow procedures.
Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis and reporting, and maintenance of patient-result records.
Send tests not performed in-house to reference laboratories and process incoming laboratory testing orders, including reference-laboratory specimens.
Analyze Chemistry, Hematology, and Immunology specimens.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including performing scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
Follow laboratory quality-control policies; document QC activities, calibrations, and instrument maintenance; and record lot numbers for controls, calibrators, and reagents.
Participate in proficiency testing by analyzing samples and reporting results at least once a year.
Prepare peripheral blood smears and perform complete WBC differentials.
Perform microscopic examinations of urinary sediment.
Record results on appropriate worksheets and in computer systems, maintain files, and process specimens for send-out testing.
Follow laboratory policies when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels; identify and address problems or notify a supervisor, and document corrective actions.
Maintain quality-assurance documentation, including accessioning, test-report, and quality-control logs, equipment records, and checklists; verify critical results and document follow-up.
Maintain adequate supplies, ensure supplies are viable before use, prepare reagents, stains, and other chemical solutions as needed, and restock the laboratory.
Process in-house and incoming results for charting and chart patient results promptly as needed.
Identify and band patients for blood-product transfusions and process properly labeled specimens according to local blood-bank policy.
Follow OSHA requirements and Universal Precautions; comply with applicable regulatory standards and properly dispose of hazardous materials.
Maintain a clean work environment and protect the confidentiality of patient and medical-staff information.
Perform CLIA-classified waived and moderately complex testing.