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Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

Valley Baptist Health System
Harlingen, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026 CLOSED ON 5/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) position at Valley Baptist Health System?

Overview



Valley Baptist - Harlingen Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens;
  • Reviews and reports lab results;
  • Performs operational duties,
  • Maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment;
  • Acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489, or have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on an HHS examination before 2/28/92 42 CFR 493.1491. The above meets the required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491).

Experience:

  • Preferred: 6 months to 1 year of medical laboratory technologist, clinical laboratory scientist experience in acute care facility

Certifications:

  • Required: Registered or registry eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire).
  • Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire.
  • Licensure, as required by State.

Organization Description



We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Certifications:

  • Required: Registered or registry eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire).
  • Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire.
  • Licensure, as required by State.

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  • Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens;
  • Reviews and reports lab results;
  • Performs operational duties,
  • Maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment;
  • Acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.

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