Texas Oncology is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team! This position will support the Laboratory Department at our 694 Hill Country Drive location in Kerrville, Texas. Typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30a - 5:00p.
Note from Hiring Manager: Our laboratories strive to provide excellent diagnostic value as we are an integral part of our patients care team. We believe in a team-oriented approach and are strong advocates for our laboratory employees. We practice effective communication by listening to our staff and place a high importance on their feedback. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are flexible with our staff's individual needs by collaborating on effective solutions. Each staff member is appreciated and respected for their unique individual contributions to our team.
While all of this is a great reason to join our team, the number one reason our staff love it here (if you were to ask) would be our patients. Working in a laboratory, typically we are behind these scenes, however at Texas Oncology, we get to know the people behind the samples and share in their victories. Many of our lab employees have found long lasting fulling careers on our team, because of this unique laboratory experience.
This position will be either a level 1, 2 or Sr based on relevant candidate experience.
Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 220+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.
Why work for us?
Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.
What does the MLS do? (including but not limited to)
Responsible for accurately performing specimen analysis, instrument maintenance, and quality control procedures including moderate and high complexity laboratory tests. Initiates and follows quality assurance and safety policies and procedures. Performs specimen collection and assists with patient flow as needed. Trains employees in laboratory procedures. May act as primary operator for at least one laboratory instrument. Acts as a resource for laboratory science information. May oversee daily laboratory activities in absence of supervisor. Performs clinical tests used in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases. Demonstrates the clinical thinking and technical skills needed to assess the appropriateness of results and the need for retesting or equipment recalibration. Performs and monitors specialized diagnostic laboratory tests. Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.
The essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to):
The ideal candidate for the MLS will have the following background and experience:
Level 1
Level 2 (in addition to level 1 requirements)
Level Sr (in addition to level 1 and 2 requirements)
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination in operation and manipulation of complex laboratory equipment. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time with the use hands to finger, handle, or feel and arms to reach or carry. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision, color perception and hearing to normal range. Requires legible handwriting.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment and requires significant interaction with management, staff and external auditors and clients. Work will require frequent travel by air or automobile, approximately 70% of workweek, on average.