CLS - Lab Chemistry

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Functional Title: Clinical Laboratory Scientist II Job Title: Medical Technologist II Agency: Dept of State Health Services Department: NBS/Med Scrning QI/Test Supp Posting Number: 19727 Closing Date: 08/19/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Life, Physical, and Social Science Salary Range: $4,106.30 - $4,927.56 Pay Frequency: TEXAS-B-18 Shift: Regular Weekend Day Additional Shift: Telework: Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DBGL) Other Locations: MOS Codes: 230X,43TX,4T090,4T0X1,4T0X2,68K,68Z,71E,HS
Responsible for independently performing specimen preparation and analysis, quality control and assay acceptability, data and work list evaluation, result entry, and maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. Responsible for making significant decisions on the accuracy of laboratory tests on human specimens based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Duties are independently performed with considerable latitude, adherence to standard protocol and with use of scientific knowledge and independent judgment.
Work hours/days and laboratory assignments may vary, all staff members will be required to work on Saturdays as part of a rotating schedule.
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Performs highly complex immunofluorometric IRT, 17-OHP, T4 and TSH, and Galt analysis on high volume neonatal screening specimens. Recognizes delays in completion of specimen testing, result reporting, and other essential functions and notifies the supervisor immediately. Evaluates and interprets highly complex data. Uses the Newborn Screening Laboratory Information computer system. Actively participates in quality control review, proficiency testing, equipment performance documentation, specimen workload tallies and supply inventory to ensure consistently acceptable quality assurance and test performance. (Performs routine and specialized preventive maintenance of highly complex equipment. Identifies equipment problems, performs troubleshooting and makes routine adjustments as instructed. (Promotes workflow through cooperative interaction, reassignment of duties, and teamwork with supervisors, co-workers, and internal and external customers. Based on your work area, consistently comply with DSHS Laboratory, local, state and federal guidelines to ensure a safe functioning laboratory. Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge of general laboratory, clinical chemistry, quality control, immunofluorometric principles, techniques, and terminology.
Knowledge of laboratory safety including sample-handling techniques.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to use various items of laboratory equipment associated with work area.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to work as part of a team adhering to structured deadlines for completion of critical laboratory procedures that are performed in high volume.
Ability to use aseptic techniques when working with infectious material.
Ability to complete routine tasks without supervision.
Ability to maintain work area instruments and automated testing equipment.
Skill to manipulate standard laboratory equipment with speed, accuracy, and safety.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:
Have an earned bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; Have an earned associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution.
Preferred but not required: clinical laboratory testing including procedures in newborn screening or clinical chemistry or high-volume workload or complex analysis or complex laboratory instrumentation.
Must work hours outside of 8-5, Saturday, and holidays on a rotational schedule with the potential for shift differential pay.
Hepatitis Risk High. Required Hepatitis B and Tetanus/Diphtheria immunizations are provided. Must wear provided personal protective equipment (including face shield, gloves, laboratory coat, safety glasses) as required by testing/safety procedures. Work hours/days and laboratory assignments may vary, all staff members will be required to work on Saturdays and holidays as part of a rotating schedule with the potential to earn shift differential pay. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.