Med Lab Scientist 1

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: January 10, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYThe Med Lab Scientist 1 performs and monitors a full range of laboratory testing and analysis. Assumes responsibility for problem resolution, quality control, and required equipment maintenance with minimal supervision.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Performs laboratory tests in compliance with department procedures and all pertinent regulatory requirements.
• Follows quality control, quality assurance, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Performs instrument maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Accurately reports test results.
• Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies.
• Maintains effective communication and working relationships with all laboratory personnel, other disciplines, and external customers.
• Participates in laboratory projects and educational activities.
• Demonstrates and educates laboratory principles and technical skills to others.KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
  • Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
  • Analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
  • Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
  • Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
  • Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the following
    • Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
    • 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • PTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level -QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION: -Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualificationEXPERIENCE: -Less than 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:ASCP - Blood Banking (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Chemistry Technologist (ASCP-C), ASCP-Hematology Technologist (ASCP-H), ASCP-Microbiology Technologist (ASCP-M), Molecular Biology Technologist (ASCP-MB), ASCP-Medical Lab Tech (ASCP-MLT), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), ASCP-Chemistry Specialist (ASCP-SC), ASCP-Hematology Specialist (ASCP-SH), ASCP-Microbiology Specialist (ASCP-SM), Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS): Must have one of the listed certifications:HEW (HEW), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT) -

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