Medical Laboratory Scientist 19.99 Hrs. (Onsite) Laboratory Services, Institute for Drug Discovery at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Basic Science.
• No experience required.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• Must obtain certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Board of Histocompatibility or Immunogenetics (ABHI) or equivalent certification as appropriate, within 12 months of hire.
• Qualifies as Testing Personnel for high complexity testing under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA).

Preferred:

• Specialty certification in the area of operation issued by one of the following organizations:
  ASCP, AMT, or ABHI.

JOB SUMMARY

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory Services provides technical skills necessary to perform and report moderate or highly complex laboratory tests within a division of the clinical laboratory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision, following
  standard procedures and recognizes deviation from expected results.
• Reviews and evaluates accuracy of lab data and reports patient results with all required
  documentation.
• Performs, records and evaluates quality control data according to procedures including checking
  expiration dates and documentation of QC performance before use.
• Performs and documents required maintenance procedures for laboratory instruments and
  equipment as assigned.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots according to protocol.
• Recognizes factors that affect measurements and results and takes appropriate action.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines, apply problem-solving skills, meet
  deadlines and meet urgent patient, provider, and system needs.
• Reviews and suggests revisions for test procedures.
• Participates in evaluations of new tests or instruments, as assigned.
• Monitors inventory for proper levels, notifies person responsible for ordering when supplies
  needed, and receives and unpacks supplies when delivered.
• Instructs and trains employees and students. May assess staff for competency.
• Communicates pertinent information to staff members, management, medical directors, and other
  divisions.
• Performs laboratory testing as required per division.
• Available to cover different shifts if requested to guarantee patient care.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Adheres to all safety protocols in each laboratory area.

Marginal or Periodic Functions:
Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Assist the individual in successfully performing the role

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with ability to provide multiple options for problem
  resolution.
• Competent use of personal computers and general office applications, including Word, Excel,
• PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook
• Ability to handle and safeguard confidential and sensitive information.
• Effective problem-solving skills.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard laboratory and office equipment.
• Work environment is located in a comfortable indoor area.
• Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped workspace and/or fumes could sometimes cause
  discomfort.
• Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required such as walking, standing and lifting
  materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients.
• Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate enough to enable one to
  quickly and accurately perform tasks such as: reading small print, reading from monitoring
  equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate verbal communication.
• Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory,
  and sensory inputs.
• Shift work may be required.
• Alertness and careful attention to detail will be required to avoid injury.

SALARY RANGE:

Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.