Medical Laboratory Scientist PRN

**Our promise to you:** Joining Texas Health Mansfield is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Mansfield is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better. **Schedule:** PRN **Shift:** Night (United States of America) **Address:** 2300 LONESTAR RD **City:** MANSFIELD **State:** Texas **Postal Code:** 76063 **Job Description:** **PRN Rate: $36.50/hour + Night Shift Differential** **Must be able to cover NIGHT shifts during week and weekends.** • Performs pre-analytical activities including equipment maintenance, function checks, inventory control, supply stocking, specimen collection, biological specimen processing, cleaning, and disinfection of laboratory equipment and spaces. • Conducts post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, including reporting results and providing technical support. • Completes tests and analytical procedures efficiently and accurately according to established standard operating procedures. • Participates in proficiency testing, adhering to federal and state regulations and institutional policies. • May act as a preceptor to facilitate orientation and training to new employees and students, documenting appropriately. • Offers guidance to technicians and support staff, resolving customer service issues within guidelines and supporting education to clinical staff. • Follows safety policies including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling, and completes required training for handling hazardous waste. • Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities. • Evaluates new laboratory techniques and procedures, assisting with data collection and special projects. • Facilitates workflow and supports education to clinical staff as needed. • Other duties as assigned. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** • Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory testing, procedures, and processes performed in the department or work area assigned [Required] • Follows and ensures adherence of staff to the Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies; protects confidentiality of patient information and results at all times [Required] • Ability to work independently and adapt to varying priorities, including directing workflow with minimal supervision [Required] • Ability to maintain equipment/records and perform quality assessment activities [Required] • Ability to educate and train new staff in medical laboratory settings [Required] • Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English with patients, staff, partners, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner [Required] • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. • Ability to operate computer systems to maintain patient documentation, testing records, and other related documents [Required] • General knowledge of laboratory testing functions and equipment use [Required] • Critical thinking skills and attention to detail and accuracy [Required] • Proficient in verbal and written communication skills {Required]; additional languages [Preferred] • Strong analytical and mathematical abilities; excellent organization and people skills [Required] • Flexibility in scheduling of hours; may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays [Required] • Ability to read, write and follow instructions in English; good oral communication skills; excellent customer service skills [Required] • Mathematical, computer reasoning, and language skills at the college level (2 years) [Require…