Medical Lab Scientist II (MLS)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation
San Antonio, TX

PART TIME EVENINGS (2:30pm-11pm, rotating weekends)

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II provides state-of-the-art laboratory specimen testing, including phlebotomy, from neonates to geriatric patients ensuring patient safety. 

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
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