Medical Lab Scientist II - Full time, Evenings

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) II– Laboratory Department
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Kaufman-850 Ed Hall Drive, Kaufman 75142
Work hours: Full Time, 40 hours a week. Monday through Friday 2:00Pm – 10:30Pm

Laboratory Department highlights:

• Diverse team whose primary focus is ensuring accuracy of patient results.
• Community hospital in the fastest growing county in the country.
• Newly remodeled laboratory with latest technology.

Here’s What You Need

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Applied Technology, Clinical Lab Science or Chemical, Physical or Biological Science preferred. Individuals hired as a CLS II prior to January 3, 2010 will be grandfathered to the MLS position with existing education. is required
• Current THR Laboratory MLS employee is required and
• 2 Years Experience in a Medical Laboratory is required
• MT(ASCP) - Medical Technologist Upon Hire is required Or
• MLS(ASCP) - Medical Lab Scientist Upon Hire is required Or
• Other AMT, AAB, HHS, NCA, HEW, CLS- CA, FL, NY state license, Philippine Board of Technical Technology Upon Hire is required

• Strong positive interpersonal skills. Ability to read, write and speak English clearly. Problem solving ability, time management skills. Possess organizational skills to function successfully in a fast-paced work environment. Computer literate.

What You Will Do

• Specimen integrity is recognized by evaluating and solving problems related to collection and/or processing of specimens.
• Checks outstanding tests list in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoots and follows through on outstanding tests which appear to have not been collected/received when expected.
• Knows and uses computer downtime procedures as needed when computer is not available.
  Utilizes time between testing to accomplish other needed tasks. (evaluation of kits, preparing controls, supply management, housekeeping duties, etc).
• Participates in orientation and training of students, volunteers, new employees and observers.
  
• Completes mandatory hospital/laboratory education and departmental competencies within required time frame.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Medical Laboratory Scientist

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

For more than 40 years, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman has delivered full-service, acute care to the communities of Kaufman, Crandall, Forney, Gun Barrel City, Mabank, Terrell, and nearby areas. As an 81-bed hospital, we’re committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care every day.

We offer a wide range of services, including orthopedic and general surgery, diagnostic imaging, and outpatient physical therapy. Our specialties also include respiratory care, nuclear medicine, and emergency services—ensuring accessible care across a variety of patient needs.

Texas Health Kaufman is Joint Commission-certified and proudly recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Pathway to Excellence hospital—reflecting our commitment to a positive, empowering work environment and exceptional patient care.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org
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