Local Contract Medical Lab Scientist

Company: PRIDE Health
Location: Irving
Posted on: November 27, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description PRIDE Health is seeking a local contract Medical Lab Scientist for a local contract job in Irving, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Medical Lab Scientist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Duration: 22 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, nights - Employment Type: Local Contract Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist to support our client’s medical facility based in Irving, TX 75063. This is a 4 month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization! Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist/Technical Lab Location: Irving TX 75063 Core Hours: 2nd shift/Tuesday to Saturday 2p - 10:30p CST 3rd shift/Tuesday to Saturday 2a - 10:30a CST 2nd shift/Tuesday to Saturday 11a - 7:30p CST Pay range: $35-$40 per hour Duration: 4 months *The salary is determined by an individual's level of experience, as well as any relevant licenses and certifications they may hold. Key Responsibilities: - Follow lab protocols for specimen handling, processing, testing, and reporting results. - Ensure proficiency testing samples are handled like patient specimens. - Analyze specimens using approved procedures as per department SOPs. - Review and release test results in a timely manner. - Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety standards. - Document all quality control activities, including calibrations and maintenance. - Follow procedures if test systems are outside established performance levels. - Identify and correct problems that affect test results, or notify the senior technologist/supervisor. - Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from performance standards. - Follow proper procedures for reporting STAT or critical results to clients. - Respond to customer or lab personnel inquiries as needed. - Maintain accurate records of all testing performed on-site. - Ensure reagents/test kits are labeled with received, expiration, and opened dates. Required Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory. Qualifications: - BS in Medical Technology, or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. Alternatively, previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 (published in March 14, 1990). Experience: - At least one year of clinical experience in high complexity testing is preferred. A minimum of one year of clinical laboratory experience is required for candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. Additional Information: - The role requires the ability to follow detailed procedures and ensure patient confidentiality at all times. - Attendance at monthly department training and safety sessions is required. Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto ,home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. About Pride Health Pride Health is Pride Global' s healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010. As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Interested? Apply today! About PRIDE Health PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations. Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors. Benefits - Weekly pay - Holiday Pay - Guaranteed Hours - 401k retirement plan - Cancelation protection - Referral bonus - Medical benefits - Dental benefits - Vision benefits

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