Medical Laboratory Scientist-Associate

Under direct supervision, responsible for providing technical skills in organizing and performing various medical laboratory procedures and clinical laboratory techniques.

Performs routine laboratory procedures recognizing deviation from expected results.

Analyzes and corrects problems with the assistance of more senior personnel.

Performs Quality Control and calibrations on instruments.

Performs weekly preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment.

Accessions samples for in-house testing and referral laboratory testing.

Secures media and supplies for clinical testing or research studies and manages supply requests.

Assists in the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures and in the preparation for laboratory inspections by various regulatory/accrediting agencies.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.

Knowledge of general laboratory, safety and quality control, principles, techniques, and terminology, and use of complex medical equipment.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work in a Laboratory Information System.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in related field required.

EXPERIENCE:

None.

LICENSES &

CERTIFICATIONS:

MLS Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist within one year (1) of hire is required.

• None.

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs
- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave:
  Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
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Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

• Job Identification 6033
• Job Category Clinical Programs & Services
• Posting Date 02/02/2026, 03:53 PM
• Apply Before 03/04/2026, 03:53 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations  Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Department G1507 - S Tx Reference Labs (STRL)
• Organization G1507 - S Tx Reference Labs (STRL), G1500 - Pathology, G1001 - Basic Sciences, M1000 - Dean Medical School, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center