Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLT

Memorial Hermann Health System

. Provide laboratory support to the Convenient Care Center and Spring Emergency Center .

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeThe Woodlands • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in laboratory testing and procedures, including the ability to perform waived, moderate, and high complexity testing. Proficient in maintaining testing analyzers, handling hazardous materials, and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards and regulations.

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ASCP/AMT CertificationLaboratory Testing ProficiencyGeneralist ExperienceInstrument TroubleshootingCompliance with Laboratory Standards

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Hard Skills

Laboratory TestingSpecimen CollectionQuality ControlResult ReportingTesting ProceduresInstrument MaintenanceTroubleshootingChemical HandlingBiological Specimen ManagementHigh-Complexity Testing

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringCustomer ServiceProfessional Growth

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory AnalyzersSystem ComputersVendor Software

Certifications & Qualifications

ASCP CertificationAMT Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical Laboratory ScienceTJCFDACAPAABBCMSHCFACLIAPoint-of-Care TestingBlood Bank Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide laboratory support to the Convenient Care Center and Spring Emergency Center
Perform laboratory testing and procedures supporting patient diagnosis and treatment
Manage daily laboratory operations, including specimen collection, processing, quality control, testing, result reporting, and distribution
Interpret, correlate, and verify test results using laboratory techniques, principles, and instrumentation
Maintain testing analyzers and perform corrective actions and troubleshooting
Perform clerical duties to maintain efficient workflow
Maintain education and testing competencies based on patient populations served
Handle chemicals, biological specimens, and hazardous materials according to safety procedures
Direct personnel as appropriate and communicate exceptional circumstances
Interact with hospital personnel, volunteers, physicians, and patients regarding specimens, orders, and results
Support point-of-care testing throughout the hospital
Support blood bank operations and massive transfusion protocols
Process reference laboratory specimens, monitor pending results, and follow send-out protocols
Process and perform testing on approved research specimens as assigned
Use system computers and vendor software
Comply with Laboratory Services, hospital, system, governmental, and accrediting policies and standards
Support customer service, quality, and performance improvement initiatives
Build relationships with customers and collaborate on corrective actions
Promote professional growth, continuing education, and competency development
Serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource for less experienced staff
Perform competency assessments and participate in peer interviews or applicant competency evaluations as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
At Texas Medical Center Laboratories, support moderate- and high-complexity services for trauma, transplant, neonatal, ECMO, and other high-acuity populations
Perform assigned specialized laboratory procedures and support specialized blood bank and transfusion protocols

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist or MLT
Generalist experience required
Must be ASCP/AMT certified; alternatively, ASCP certification eligible and become certified within one year
For generalist MLS positions: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Clinical Laboratory Science from an accredited institution, or Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Science and Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical/medical laboratory science
Equivalency required for foreign education
Technical proficiency in laboratory testing and procedures
Knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, and instrumentation
Ability to perform waived, moderate, and high complexity testing
Ability to maintain testing analyzers and perform instrument troubleshooting
Ability to handle chemicals, biological specimens, and hazardous materials safely
Functional knowledge of system computers and vendor software as required
Compliance with applicable laboratory policies, procedures, and governmental/accrediting standards including TJC, FDA, CAP, AABB, CMS, HCFA, and CLIA
Availability for rotating day and overnight shifts, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
At least 1 shift per pay period every 2 weeks
Training availability of 3 to 4 shifts per week for up to 6 weeks