Med Lab Scientist 1

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The 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.

BENEFITS

Our 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
  
  QUALIFICATIONS
  
  - EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
  
  - EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
  
  - CERTIFICATION/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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