What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist / MLT -PRN position at UT Health Tyler?
Overview
Join our team as a weekend shift, part-time, Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive : We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First : We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better : We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care . Get to Know Your Team :
UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
Responsibilities Function as a professional who assumes responsibility and accountability for the performance of clinical laboratory testing that pertains to patient care and diagnosis. Perform routine and special laboratory procedures, quality control, preventative maintenance, minor equipment repairs, inventory control, and statistical compilation. Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, laboratory education, new employee training and proficiency testing when assigned.
Qualifications
Job Requirements : Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Associates degree in Medical Laboratory Technician Studies or a chemical, physical or biological science. Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles Preferred Job Requirements : ASCP or equivalent Certification within a specific area, i.e. M(ASCP), H(ASCP), C(ASCP) qualifies. Current knowledge of clinical laboratory techniques and principles. Previous clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Scientist within a clinical laboratory.
