Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job description:

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Arlington, TX 76011

Duration: 03 Month Contract (Possibility of extension or conversion)

Shift: Mon-Thurs: 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Friday: 2:00 pm to 12:30 am

Pay Rate: $35 - $40/hour (W2) (Based on experience and education)

Job Summary:

The Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing laboratory testing, ensuring accurate and timely results, and maintaining compliance with quality and regulatory standards. This role supports overall laboratory operations and ensures proper specimen handling, analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, testing, and result reporting
• Perform specimen analysis using approved methods and department SOPs
• Review and release test results accurately and promptly
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all patient testing and laboratory activities
• Ensure proficiency testing is conducted in the same manner as patient specimens
• Adhere to quality control (QC) policies and document QC activities, calibrations, and maintenance
• Identify and troubleshoot issues affecting test performance; escalate concerns when necessary
• Document corrective actions for any deviations in test performance
• Report STAT and critical results according to department procedures
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and tracking of reagents and test kits (including expiration dates)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laboratory and work areas
• Follow all regulatory and safety guidelines including CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA
• Participate in training sessions, departmental meetings, and continuing education
• Assist during inspections by regulatory or government agencies
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and other departments
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of laboratory testing procedures and workflows
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC)
• Proficiency in computer systems and laboratory information systems
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain strict patient confidentiality

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field preferred
• OR
• Associate degree in Laboratory Science / Medical Technology
• Certification as MT/MLT (ASCP or AMT) preferred or eligible
• IERF must evaluate foreign education; U.S. candidates must provide official transcripts

Work Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of clinical laboratory experience (high complexity testing preferred)

Special Requirements:

• Ability to prioritize work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Strong interpersonal and customer interaction skills

Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality at all times

Pride-Health offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.