Level II - Medical Lab Scientist
Northeast Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, TX
5x8 hrs

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. 

Full Time Nights

POSITION SUMMARY 

Under the directions of the Medical Directors and management staff, processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens for all age groups from neonates to geriatric patients; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. , Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

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