At Houston Methodist the Medical Laboratory Scientist position is responsible for performing both routine and complex analyses which necessitates knowledge of laboratory techniques principles and equipment and their interrelationship. This position exercises good judgment by using critical thinking skills and deals with issue resolution concerning the daytoday technical operation of the laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Scientist also ensures that specimens are accessioned and processed expeditiously in order to deliver quality laboratory results in an effective and costefficient manner.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches students new employees and others as assigned by Manager. Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiatives. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examination using various analyzers and/or manual methods. Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks. Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by management QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates the six elements of competency for test systems used to generate patient test results in all areas assigned to work. Recognizes investigates and helps resolve test discrepancies. When problems arise takes appropriate action to investigate and address and notifies management and the medical director for followup. Performs instrument calibrations validations quality control testing maintenance and function checks. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Restocks section inventory levels as needed GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Reviews and utilizes Standard Operating Procedure and offers suggestions for improvement This job description is not intended to be allinclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION Bachelors degree WORK EXPERIENCE One year of work or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED Must meet certification eligibility upon entry into this role and have one of the following required certifications within 18 months: • Preferred 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) KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through ongoing 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 coworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy workflow with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracy Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems 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 Demonstrates the ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient care SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes Business professional Yes Other (department approved) No ONCALL* *Note that employees may be required to be oncall during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* Yes TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes Company Profile: Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital is committed to leading medicine in Clear Lake and surrounding communities by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety quality service and innovation. Houston Methodist Clear Lake provides a broad spectrum of adult pediatric medical and surgical care. It is an accredited chest pain center and acute strokeready designated through DNV. Houston Methodist Clear Lake offers advanced inpatient and outpatient services including stateoftheart imaging; childbirth center with a level II neonatal intensive care unit; minimally invasive surgery; cancer center; neurology and spine care; heart and vascular care; bariatric and digestive care; emergency care; primary care; rehabilitation services; and comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine.
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