Medical Lab Scientist Specialist

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Scientist Specialist position at Houston Methodist is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses at a subject matter expert level, exercising good judgment by using critical thinking skills, and taking an active role in problem-solving for the laboratory section.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations using various analyzers and/or manual methods.
• Sets pace for workload and troubleshoots workflow issues for the laboratory section. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
• Maintains quality control data and complies with CAP Accreditation Checklists questions/findings. Completes online CAP Inspector Training.
• Develops and implements plans for validations, coordinates instrument maintenance and repairs, and independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues for the section.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in a clinical laboratory as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist or comparable role. May consider HM employee with two years of experience, to include a minimum of one year as a HM Medical Laboratory Scientist, and who demonstrates progressive responsibilities.
• Prior experience working in blood bank as a Medical Laboratory Scientist is highly preferred.
• One of the following required certifications:
• Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or categorical certification by Board of Certification (ASCP)
• Certified as a Medical Technologist by American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist by National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA)
• HLA only – One of the following is required:
• Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification
• Certified by American Board of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ABHI)
• Microbiology only – One of the following is required:
• Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP) or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP) certification
• Microbiology, M(ASCP) certification
• Clinical microbiology registry from American Society for Microbiology, RM(AAM)
• Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) certification from ASCP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy workflow with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracy
• Ability to work independently and execute above average technical skills
• Demonstrates sound judgment and discretion to recognize problems ranging from simple to complex, identify causes and take corrective action
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documents
• Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient care

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Day

Company Profile

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.