Position & Client Overview:

A large reference laboratory located throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex area is seeking several Special Chemistry Medical Laboratory Scientists for their rapidly growing special chemistry testing laboratory. There are evening and day shift positions open with rotating weekends.

The lab is located in a smaller town: 15 mins south of Denton, 30 mins north of Dallas, and only 10 minutes from the airport. This is a great area that is centrally located to everything in the Metroplex region. Texas blends college-town energy with small-city charm. It offers easy access to big-city perks while maintaining a lively local scene. With hot summers, mild winters, and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities from music venues to parks, this is a family oriented and affordable place to live.

Position: Special Chemistry Medical Laboratory Scientist - LCMS a plus not a must

Salary Range: $68,000 - $80,000

Sign-On Bonus/Relocation: $5,000-10,000

This reference lab invests in the success of their employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and professional growth. Employees receive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with supplemental health plans and mental health support. Financial benefits include a 401(k) plan and FSAs. Additionally, they encourage career development through training and advancement opportunities. They emphasize work-life balance and strive to create a supportive environment for both personal and professional success.

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in special chemistry
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry (minimum of 25 credits Chemistry required)
• One (1) year of clinical testing experience in a CLIA certified lab
• Classes required in Analytical Chem & Instrumentation
• LCMS a plus

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND