Medical Laboratory Scientist Nights

Our promise to you: Joining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Schedule: Full time Shift: Night (United States of America) Address: 11801 SOUTH FWY City: BURLESON State: Texas Postal Code: 76028 Job Description: Shift: Monday - Thursday 8pm - 5:30am Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces. Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support. Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures. Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies. May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately. Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines and supporting education to clinical staff. Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste. Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities. Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects. Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned
• Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times
• Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
• General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use
• Ability to multitask and knowledge of basic state and federal laws as applicable to the laboratory setting
• Ability to handle infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
• Display a willingness and ability to learn and develop new techniques and procedures as needed for research protocol development
• Proficiency in a wide variety of laboratory techniques in specimen preparation, ranging from making basic solutions and reagents, to performing more complex processes such as DNA/RNA extractions, stem cell isolations, and preparations for histological evaluations
• Sound knowledge in a wide variety of laboratory and molecular assays and techniques Education:
• Bachelor's Field of Study:
• in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a

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