Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Summary *Full Time Evenings* At Houston Methodist, the Medical Laboratory Scientist position is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses, which requires knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and equipment and their interrelationships. This position exercises good judgment using critical thinking skills and handles day‑to‑day issue resolution concerning the laboratory’s technical operation. The Medical Laboratory Scientist also ensures that specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously to deliver quality laboratory results efficiently.

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor’s degree Experience One year of work or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferred Licenses and Certifications (Required) Must meet certification eligibility upon entry into this role and have one of the following required certifications within 18 months: Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or categorical certification by Board of Certification (ASCP) Certified as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Molecular Diagnostics Technologist by American Medical Technologists (AMT) Certified as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA) HLA only – one of the following is required: Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification Certified by American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI) Microbiology only – one of the following is required: Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification Microbiology, M(ASCP) certification Clinical microbiology registry from American Society for Microbiology, RM(AAM) Essential Functions People Essential Functions Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that helps one another achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data comprehensively. Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager. Participates in laboratory and organization‑wide initiatives. Service Essential Functions Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations using various analyzers and/or manual methods. Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks. Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by management. Quality/Safety Essential Functions Demonstrates the six elements of competency for test systems used to generate patient test results in all areas assigned to work. Recognizes, investigates, and helps resolve test discrepancies. When problems arise, takes appropriate action to investigate and address and notifies management and the medical director for follow‑up. Performs instrument calibrations, validations, quality control testing, maintenance, and function checks. Finance Essential Functions Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Re‑stocks section inventory levels as needed. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Reviews and utilizes Standard Operating Procedure and offers suggestions for improvement. Supplemental Requirements Work Attire Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: Yes Other (department approved): No On‑Call On Call: Yes Travel May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist