MLT/MLS - R&T Medical City Heart & Spine (Part-time) (Weekend, Days)

Job Details

Job Location

Reference & Transfusion - Med City Heart &Spine - Dallas, TX

Position Type

Part Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Job Shift

Days

Job Category

Health Care

Description

This part-time opportunity is available for MLT and MLS-qualified candidates at our Medical City Heart & Spine location. This shift will be Saturday through Sunday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 (MLS 1) will report to the Manager or designee of Reference & Transfusion (R&T) Services laboratory, The incumbent will participate in all activities in the R&T Services to include but not limited to:

Support Carter BloodCare's (CBC) vision, mission and core values

Maintain compliance with CBC attendance policies and department schedules, as outlined in the CBC Employee Handbook

Perform testing and services associated with assigned departmental duties. These duties are in the scope of complexity according to accrediting agencies

Participation in competency, proficiency, and educational opportunities By accomplishing these duties, the MLS 1 ensures that daily operations in the R&T laboratories meet and follow all established guidelines, provide excellence in service and meet the needs of all R&T customers.

Regular full time attendance is required during office hours.

RELIABLE AND TRUSTWORTHY

Deemed reliable and trustworthy through interview and hiring practices of Carter BloodCare (CBC) to include, but not limited to reference checks and background investigations.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE

Required:

Recent graduate from an accredited Clinical Laboratory Sciences (CLS) / Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program within the last five years and currently board eligible.

NOTE: Must successfully obtain, maintain board certification (i.e., MLS (ASCP) or equivalent) and provide board certification documentation to the CBC Human Resources department within 12 months of hire date. Preferred:

Recent transfusion/reference lab rotation experience through an accredited CLS/MLS program

Previous clinical laboratory experience SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Strong working knowledge of blood bank policies and procedures is required

Detailed problem solving skills, ability to provide instruction to customers based on the problems presented and provide options for corrective action and proper documentation of the problem and resolution

The ability to concentrate, understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions. The ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology

The ability to understand, remember, communicate and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information. The ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines

Extensive mathematical ability is required including familiarity with laboratory mathematics and computers. The ability to compute, analyze and interpret numerical data for reporting purposes

Effective organizational skills, ability to organize and prioritize workload, attention to detail and consistent follow through, with a commitment to excellence

The ability to multitask effectively, to establish appropriate priorities, to recognize and do what needs to be done, without direction, to ensure that work is completed efficiently and supports teamwork and cooperation with co-workers and peers

The ability to communicate with individuals utilizing telephones, computers or other electronic devices. Requires ability to hear and speak effectively on phone and to use a computer or other electronic device

The ability to communicate and interact effectively with others (internal & external clients, co-workers, etc.) in a clear, understandable, and professional manner (written & oral) at all times, and comprehensive reading skills

The ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, communicate orally with others accurately, loudly and quickly

The ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the department's credibility, operations and services

Strong customer service skills and use appropriate interpersonal styles to establish effective relationships with customers (internal & external) and interact with others in a way that promotes openness and trust and gives confidence in one's intentions

Carter BloodCare is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Carter BloodCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants and will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an employees or applicants race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic, and veteran or disability status. In addition to federal law requirements, Carter BloodCare complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Carter BloodCare is a Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.