Level II - Medical Lab Scientist - $20-29 per hour

Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist Level II for a job in San Antonio, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Medical Lab Scientist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: Ongoing Employment Type: Staff 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 MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489. Personnel who, prior to 2/28/92 have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on a HHS examination. The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489, Jan. 24, 2003).