Medical Laboratory Scientist Sr-Kerrville, Tx

Overview Texas Oncology is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team!This position will support the Kerrville, Tx location. Hours are 8:30a-5:00p. Texas Oncology Kerrville offers a chance to make a direct impact, use both skill and compassion, serve your local community, and be part of a close knit team all in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. No nights, weekends, or holidays! At our Kerrville clinic, you’ll be part of a fast-paced, team-oriented laboratory that plays a direct role in delivering timely, high-quality patient care. We prioritize collaboration, clear communication, and continuous improvement, ensuring our staff feel supported—especially during high-volume or challenging situations. As a leader, I’m committed to open communication, professional growth, and creating a positive, accountable work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued. If you're looking for a role where your work truly impacts patient outcomes and you’re supported by a strong, engaged team, this is the place for you. Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today - at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." ® in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis. Why work for us? Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers. Join a Team That Invests in Your Future At Texas Oncology, we recognize the long-term impact of our people and are committed to rewarding performance and potential. That’s why select roles may be eligible to participate in our Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): an incentive program designed to attract, retain, and reward top talent. What is the Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)? Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP): is an incentive program that typically vests over a three-year period and is tied to both individual performance and the operational success of Texas Oncology. Awards are discretionary and based on your position, performance, and potential for future career growth at Texas Oncology. Awards are reviewed and approved during the annual compensation review. LTIP awards are subject to your continued employment through the award payment date, and are governed by the written terms and conditions of the LTIP document. What does the MLS do? (including but not limited to) Responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Trains employees in laboratory procedures. May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument. Acts as a resource for laboratory science information. May oversee daily laboratory activities in absence of supervisor. Performs clinical tests used in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Demonstrates the clinical thinking and technical skills needed to assess the appropriateness of results and the need for retesting or equipment recalibration. Performs and monitors specialized diagnostic laboratory tests. Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines. Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to) Assists with performing phlebotomy and collecting appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Assures pre-authorization and completes appropriate consent forms (ABN) prior to collection of limited coverage tests. Assists with special procedures as needed (i.e. bone marrows in the room). Follows the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results. Performs specimen analysis of all Chemistry, Hematology and Immunology specimens. Maintains and operates all laboratory equipment. Performs daily, weekly and monthly instrument maintenance as indicated. Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies and documents all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and instrument maintenance. Records proper lot numbers of all controls, calibrators, and reag #J-18808-Ljbffr US Oncology Inc.