Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS - Full-time in Arlington, Texas at Texas Health Resources
Job Description
Medical Laboratory Scientist - MLS
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together
Work location: Texas Health Arlington Memorial, 800 W. Randol Mill Rd. Arlington, TX 76012
Work hours: Full Time - Days, Monday through Friday; 0600-1430, with rotating weekends; Occasional 0800-1630 shift
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital has a rich history in North Texas serving the local communities of Arlington, Kennedale, Pantego, Mansfield and Grand Prairie. Were a 369-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1958. Our location in central Arlington provides convenient care to people in the DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas.
We specialize in comprehensive medical/surgical care, cancer care, womens services, behavioral health, neurosciences and emergency medicine. Plus, were a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, Level III Maternal Newborn care unit and a Level III Trauma Center. Were accredited by the American College of Surgeons as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Center and by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.
Texas Health Arlington Memorial is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, a Chest Pain Center and a Heart Failure Center. Weve been recognized by the American Heart Association with a Gold Plus award for the exceptional care we provide to our stroke, heart failure and chest pain patients. Were also designated Magnet hospital! Our community members recently recognized us as the best emergency department in Arlington. Plus, were recognized by Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for care of our patients receiving Hip and Knee Replacement and Spine Surgery procedures. Were a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, womens health and much more.
Heres What You Need:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Applied Technology, Clinical Lab Science or Chemical, Physical or Biological Science preferred
Experience
Internship in an approved Medical Technology training program required
2 Years Hospital Experience or Medical Laboratory preferred
The position is a generalist position, with a concentration in Blood Bank.
Licenses and Certifications
MLS (ASCP) - Medical Lab Scientist 6 months required or other AMT, AAB, HHS, NCA, HEW, CLS- CA, FL, NY state license, Philippine Board of Technical Technology, 6 Months required
MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist 6 Months required
M(ASCP) - Microbiology if working in Microbiology 6 Months required
What You Will Do
Specimen integrity is recognized by evaluating and solving problems related to collection and/or processing of specimens
Specimen conditions are identified that adversely affect test results
Facilitates workflow process
Checks outstanding tests list in a timely manner
Participates in orientation and training of students, volunteers, new employees and observers
May be responsible for ongoing competency assessment for employees
Follows established laboratory test procedures, including using proper computer protocol
Evaluates and reports test results
Demonstrates understanding of quality control guidelines
Follows Laboratory policies when quality control is not within established limits
Incorporates safety/infection control measures into work practices
Follows HIPAA guidelines
Additional perks of being a Texas Health Medical Lab Scientist:
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
Explore our Texas Health careers site for info like Benefits , Job Listings by Category , recent Awards weve won and more.
Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .
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