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Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Confidential ClientHealthcare
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$115,981
Coppell, Texas
A Day Ago

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I at Confidential Client performs specimen handling, test analyses, and result reporting in a clinical laboratory setting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA. This role involves operating advanced laboratory instrumentation like LC-MS and ICP-MS, maintaining proficiency testing, and troubleshooting to ensure accurate diagnostic results.

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Summary

Confidential Client is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to join their clinical laboratory team in Coppell, TX. This is a full-time role in a Spec Chem / LCMSMS environment. Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Competitive pay starting at $29.50+/hour, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates (where eligible).


What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform and document high-complexity clinical testing. You will:

  • Follow established procedures for specimen handling, processing, analysis, and reporting
  • Perform testing using approved LC-MS / LCMSMS and other analytical platforms
  • Review and release test results according to lab policies and quality standards
  • Maintain records for proficiency testing and routine quality control
  • Troubleshoot and escalate instrument or process issues to senior technologists or supervisors
  • Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and lab safety guidelines

Why Join

  • Competitive hourly pay (starting at $29.50+/hour)
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus available for external hires (terms apply)
  • Day 1 medical (for eligible FT employees), dental & vision
  • Mental health resources and well-being programs
  • 401(k) with company match after 12 months
  • Education assistance and career development opportunities
  • Paid holidays and flexible time off programs
  • Employee stock purchase plan and other financial benefits

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or Medical Technology strongly preferred
  • Associates degree in a laboratory science with appropriate experience may be considered
  • Transcripts may be requested during the hiring process

Experience & Skills

  • 1 year clinical lab experience (high-complexity testing) preferred
  • Experience with LC-MS / LCMSMS or ICP-MS strongly preferred
  • Familiarity with specimen handling, QC, proficiency testing, and regulatory compliance
  • MLS / Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist or similar credentials helpful
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities (Concise)

  • Analyze specimens using approved test procedures
  • Maintain documentation that proficiency testing and patient specimens are handled equivalently
  • Review, verify, and release results in the laboratory information system
  • Follow corrective actions and escalation procedures when test systems fall outside acceptable performance
  • Maintain safe and compliant work practices at all times

Location & Schedule

  • Worksite: Coppell, TX (onsite)
  • Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 5:00 AM – 1:30 PM
  • This role requires work at the Coppell facility; relocation or commute considerations are the candidate’s responsibility

Notes on Pay & Benefits

  • Pay shown reflects employer-provided information: $29.50+ per hour
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external hires
  • Actual pay offers consider experience, education, certifications, and internal equity

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