Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory ScientistLocation: Irving, TXOnsite Flexibility: OnsiteContract DetailsPosition Type: ContractContract Duration: 5 monthsPay Rate: $35.00–$40.00 / Hour (USD)Shift / Schedule: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM, Tuesday – SaturdayOvertime: Overtime expectedWork Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for performing high-complexity clinical laboratory testing, maintaining compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, and supporting the laboratory's quality assurance and patient safety objectives. The Medical Laboratory Scientist will work across all areas of the laboratory, adhering to established standard operating procedures and contributing to a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesFollow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test resultsMaintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimensAnalyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs)Review and release test resultsFollow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelinesAdhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performedFollow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performanceIdentify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisorDocument all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specificationsFollow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clientsIf applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnelMaintain complete records of all testing performed on-siteMaintain general appearance of the departmentMake sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened datesReview/train on new proceduresAttend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetingsParticipate in all applicable safety training sessions; know the location and contents of the safety manual; know the location/use of all applicable safety equipmentIf needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspectionsPerform other duties as directed by supervisorRequired SkillsA solid understanding of basic laboratory testingGood computer skills with the ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systemsKnowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratoryAbility to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneouslyAbility to interact with other departmentsGood customer service skills (contact with clients may be required)Ability to protect patient confidentiality at all timesEducation RequirementsBS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation)United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcriptSuccessful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT)National and State licensure as requiredRequired ExperienceMinimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing (required for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology)1 year of clinical experience in high complexity testing preferredBenefitsMedical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement FundAbout the ClientThis client is a world-leading provider of diagnostic information services operating at national scale across the United States, with laboratory operations extending internationally. Serving one in three adult Americans annually and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals in the U.S., this organization employs nearly 50,000 professionals — including laboratory scientists, medical technologists, logistics specialists, and business talent — who work together to deliver the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions and support patient health outcomes.About GTTGTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.Job Number: 26-11563Industry: Healthcare