MLS 2

St. Luke's Health - Patients Medical Center • Pasadena, TX

1d • $34 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

As an MLS II, you will accurately analyze and report all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner and according to laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Must also act as a team leader by assisting and guiding staff in decision-making, and by taking on other areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.
• 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory.

Nice To Haves

• MLS (ASCP) or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Acts as a ‘group leader’ by assisting other staff members in work duties as needed to ensure a smooth workflow in the department.
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair.
• May receive or have extended instrument training to function as an instrument lead for the department.
• Trains new employees and students in the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level