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Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)

San Antonio, Texas Northeast Baptist Hospital
Category Laboratory, Technicians and Technologists Job ID 2503032688
Facility Baptist Health System Status Full Time Shift Night
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Overview




Embark on a rewarding career with Northeast Baptist Hospital hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Northeast Baptist Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Full Time Nights

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the directions of the Medical Directors and management staff, processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens for all age groups from neonates to geriatric patients; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. , Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

General Functions:
 Processes and tests blood and other body fluid specimens for the clinical laboratory
 Reviews test results and applies the correct clinical interpretation of that data
 Reports lab results accurately and responsively, to include use of a laboratory information system
 Performs operation, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and 
equipment
 Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensures specimen integrity as necessary.
 Performs basic clerical functions
 Writes procedures and assist in the development of department policies 
 Acts as a resource person for providing information and problem solving for the Medical 
Technicians, Medical Lab Scientist I, Phlebotomists and other laboratory personnel
 Additional responsibility includes assisting with new equipment validation and implementation, 
employee and student training and competency assessment, regulatory compliance responsibilities 
for CAP, TCJ, AABB or other agencies, quality assurance, quality control and instrument 
maintenance. 
 Assists with R&D projects as required
 Relays orders, take inventory and stocks supplies
 Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
 Maintains safe environment
 Addresses patient population-specific needs
 Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associate's Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical laboratory technicians, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489. The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 0-2 years as a medical laboratory technician.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Certified (registered) or registry-eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency, e.g. ASCP, HHS, AMT. Registry eligible should obtain certification within 1 year from date of hire. Once certified, no annual renewals are required.

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Organization Description



Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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