Medical Laboratory Scientist PRN

About the Role

Medical Laboratory personnel conduct chemical, biological, bacteriological, serological, and microscopic tests on patient specimens for diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of disease. This involves a thorough knowledge of laboratory practice to correlate, interpret, evaluate, and ensure the validity of patient results. The Medical Director of the Laboratory delegates the performance of waived, moderate, and high complexity testing to laboratory personnel, who perform these duties without direct supervision by following established policies and procedures. Laboratory personnel provide technical, educational, and coordination support to ensure efficient point-of-care testing for all areas of the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Complies with Laboratory and Blood Bank policies to assure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Assists in maintenance and operation of the laboratory by ensuring compliance with all laboratory policies, procedures, and regulatory agency standards through pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases of testing.
• Adheres to OSHA standards, Universal precaution procedures, and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
• Participates in the collection of specimens for laboratory analysis either through direct patient contact or by advising nursing and medical staff of proper collection procedures.
• Adheres to established methods, quality control procedures, and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Maintains instruments as required per schedule to ensure integrity and precision; documents maintenance.
• Performs and reviews QC to validate test results. Follows defined protocol for investigating out-of-control runs; implements and documents corrective action.
• Identifies unusual results or abnormalities, correlates laboratory data with diagnosis, identifies discrepancies, and takes prompt, appropriate action to assure accuracy.
• Reports results in a timely manner and notifies proper personnel of all critical and alert values immediately. Documents these actions.
• Coordinates processes for referring tests to outside contracted laboratories.
• Participates in continuing education programs and hospital in-services.
• Ensures adequate supplies are available.
• Performs any other tasks or services deemed relevant to the area.

Requirements

• Education: Associate of Science/Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or chemical, physical, or biological sciences.
• Must possess education credentials necessary to satisfy CLIA’88 personnel testing qualifications for high and moderate complexity testing.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification as MLT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or equivalent (AMT or NCA).
• No experience required if certified or eligible to take a national registry/certification exam; 2 years of experience preferred.

Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical abilities necessary to perform calculations, calibrate instruments, and relate test results to normal health states and disease conditions.
• Ability to utilize Electronic Health Care Record for patient documentation.

About the Hospital

A Powerhouse Collaboration: Our hospital is a joint venture between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and dedicated local physicians, ensuring a dynamic and enriching environment for both patients and staff.

Serving North Texas: We provide a wide range of medical and surgical services across 7 Operating Rooms, 12 private inpatient rooms, and a 3-bed Emergency Department.

Expert Specializations: Our hospital specializes in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, Urology, General Surgery, ENT, and more, offering opportunities to expand your skills and make a difference in patients' lives.

A Legacy of Excellence: Established in 2003 as Irving Coppell Surgical Hospital, we have been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth communities with a commitment to top-notch surgical care in a welcoming and safe environment.

Education & Compassionate Care: We empower our staff to stay up-to-date on the latest advancements, treatments, and procedures, ensuring the best possible care for our patients and their families.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technology, combining exceptional care with genuine compassion.