Laboratory Technologist Nurse Allied jobs in Texas

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology We're looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead - General Lab/Blood Bank We're searching for a Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead, someone who's ready to be part of the best ranked children's hospital in Texas, and among the best in the nation. In this position, you'll oversee workflow and perform quality assurance duties in the Laboratory Section of your responsibility. You may also serves as team leader, scheduler, and primary trainer for the section. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Mass Spectrometry We're looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Hematology Lab We're looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - General Lab We're looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank We're looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll perform routine and special procedures to obtain data or prepare products for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and the provision of quality patient care. Think you've got what it takes? At Texas Children's Hospital, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values-Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust-we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

Medical Laboratory Assistant II - PRN This PRN position will work all shifts (day, evening & night) during varied weekdays and weekends based on varying needs of the Laboratory. The Medical Laboratory Assistant II has responsibility for the processing, organizing, labeling, and transporting of specimens for laboratory testing. As an experienced and fully competent laboratory assistant, performs advanced functions such as phlebotomy and/or section-specific specialty tasks and serves as a role model and preceptor for other staff. Duties include the input and extraction of data from the Laboratory Information System as well as clerical tasks such as answering phones and filing documents. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) EXPERIENCE Minimum of 3 years of related experience required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required Preferred Relevant certification (e.g., phlebotomy, medical laboratory assistant) SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going evaluations consisting of one or more of the following: skills, competency assessments and/or performance reviews Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload and maintain accuracy Demonstrates a working knowledge of specimen requirements for testing, processing, and proper waste disposing 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 Independently adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing work flow Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action Strong training, leadership, and mentoring skills 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 co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other 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. Serves as a preceptor to less experienced and/or new staff and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepares specimens for courier pick up and delivery to referral lab as necessary. Communicates with other laboratory personnel when specimens need to be transported to other areas. Performs various Laboratory Information System functions. Files requisitions, reports and other pathology materials appropriately. Answers the telephone and refers requests for the delivery of results to physician offices appropriately. Independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues and notifies management of issue and resolution. Serves as escalation support for less experienced staff. Organizes workload, sets priorities, and troubleshoots workflow issues. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Receives, triages, orders, labels and transports specimens for laboratory testing. Processes specimens, aliquots, and/or slides/blocks according to procedure for samples tested in the laboratory as well as samples forwarded to referral laboratories. Handles STAT samples expeditiously. Assists pathologist and/or other laboratory personnel with specimen grossing as needed. Recognizes problems (such as mislabels, incorrect tube type, etc.), identifies causes, and takes corrective action to solve basic problems. Operates automated instrumentation as applicable at entity following all safety measures. Performs and documents any processing equipment maintenance. Performs one or more of the following advanced functions: • Pre-Analytic: In an outpatient and inpatient setting, performs phlebotomy and other specialized specimen collection procedures for patients; maintains competency of techniques and principles required to perform quality phlebotomy services • Specialty Areas (i.e., Anatomical Pathology, Microbiology, Molecular, etc.): Performs advanced functions such as assisting with frozen sections, special stain procedures, cytology processing, fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and other section specific specialty tasks as per section scope. Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security and emergency preparedness. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system. Uses department resources/equipment/supplies properly and efficiently. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Guides and mentors section employees and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Participates in departmental projects activities, and seeks continuing education opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform: Scrubs: Business professional: Other (department approved): ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Work Shift : 3 - Night (United States of America) Job Category : Non-clinical Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women's services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Medical Laboratory Scientist 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 day-to-day 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 cost-efficient manner. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Bachelor's degree 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: • Certified as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or categorical certification by Board of Certification (ASCP) • Certified as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Molecular Diagnostics 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) 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 co-workers 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 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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 follow-up. 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. Re-stocks 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. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: Yes Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call 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 Work Shift : 3 - Night (United States of America) Job Category : Clinical Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phlebotomist II - PRN PRN - Day Shift The Phlebotomist II performs phlebotomy and other specialized specimen collection procedures for patients both in in-patient and out-patient settings, ranging from routine to advanced functions. Responsibilities include the processing, organizing, labeling and transporting of specimens as well as the input and extraction of data with the Laboratory Information System. Provides for patient care while performing duties, independently handling patient care and technical issues as they arise within the scope of their job. As an experienced and fully competent Phlebotomist, serves as a role model and preceptor for staff. Also performs clerical tasks such as answering the phones and faxing lab reports as needed. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) Course in phlebotomy/venipuncture preferred EXPERIENCE Minimum of 3 years of related experience required which must include data entry and specimen handling Neonatal/pediatric phlebotomy experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Preferred CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) by Board of Certification (ACA), (AMT), (NCCT) and PBT(ASCP) - Phlebotomy Technician (ASCP) SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going evaluations consisting of one or more of the following: skills, competency assessments and/or performance reviews Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload and maintain accuracy 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 a working knowledge of specimen requirements for testing such as serum, plasma or whole blood, tissue and body fluids Demonstrates knowledge of different specimen collection containers and media Independently adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing work flow Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action Strong training, leadership, and mentoring skills 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 co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one other 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. Serves as a preceptor to less experienced and/or new staff and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows established procedure for collecting and processing biological specimens. Handles STAT samples expediently. Performs special collections/procedures as directed and according to competency and policies/procedures. Performs a variety of Laboratory Information System functions. Registers patients and/or order tests per the requisition as needed utilizing the patient information system. Files requisitions, reports and other pathology materials appropriately. Independently handles resolution of complex problems and issues and notifies management of issue and resolution. Serves as escalation support for less experienced staff. Sets pace for workload and troubleshoots workflow issues. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs and documents daily check off duties and restocks supplies in the work area as assigned. Performs interactive patient ID. Identifies patient and labels specimen correctly 100% of the time using two patient identifiers. Accurately processes, organizes, orders, labels and transports specimens for laboratory testing. Recognizes and initiates action to resolve requisition and specimen labeling discrepancies. Recognizes problems, investigates the cause, takes remedial action or escalates to leader and notifies management for follow-up. Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security and emergency preparedness. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system. Uses department resources/equipment/supplies properly and efficiently. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Guides and mentors section employees and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Participates in departmental projects activities, and seeks continuing education opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform: No Scrubs: No Business professional: No Other (department approved): No ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Work Shift : 1 - Day (United States of America) Job Category : Non-clinical Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower - a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women's services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Phlebotomist I - Pathology - PRN - Clearlake The Phlebotomist I performs phlebotomy and other specialized specimen collection procedures for patients both in in-patient and out-patient settings. Responsibilities include the processing, organizing, labeling and transporting of specimens as well as the input and extraction of data with the Laboratory Information System. Provides for patient care while performing duties, independently handling patient care and technical issues as they arise within the scope of their job. Also performs clerical tasks such as answering the phones and faxing lab reports as needed. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) Course in phlebotomy/venipuncture preferred EXPERIENCE 3 months of phlebotomy work or training experience required which must include data entry and specimen handling Neonatal/pediatric phlebotomy experience preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required Preferred CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) ASCP or CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) ACA or CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) AMT or CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) NCCT SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going evaluations consisting of one or more of the following: skills, competency assessments and/or performance reviews Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Strong organizational skills to handle a heavy workload and maintain accuracy 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 a working knowledge of specimen requirements for testing such as serum, plasma or whole blood, tissue and body fluids Demonstrates knowledge of different specimen collection containers and media 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 co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows established procedure for collecting and processing biological specimens. Handles STAT samples expediently. Performs special collections/procedures as directed and according to competency and policies/procedures Performs a variety of Laboratory Information System functions. Files requisitions, reports and other pathology materials appropriately Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs and documents daily check off duties and restocks supplies in the work area as assigned Performs interactive patient ID. Identifies patient and labels specimen correctly 100% of the time using two patient identifiers. Accurately processes, organizes, orders, labels and transports specimens for laboratory testing Recognizes and initiates action to resolve requisition and specimen labeling discrepancies. Recognizes problems, investigates the cause, takes remedial action or escalates to leader and notifies management for follow-up Maintains a safe environment within the Laboratory, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials, security and emergency preparedness FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system Uses department resources/equipment/supplies properly and efficiently GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in departmental projects activities, and seeks continuing education opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform: Scrubs: Business professional: Other (department approved): ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call* TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Work Shift : 1 - Day (United States of America) Job Category : Non-clinical Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.