Clinical Laboratory Scientist I, LAB Admingeneral, MIDCounty - Full Time

Description

Summary :

Under the guidance and direction of the Clinical

Laboratory Lead, The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I performs

routine laboratory procedures including specimen processing and

handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting

of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation

and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the

development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy

and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related

duties as requested or directed.

Responsibilities :

Meets expectations of the applicable

OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or

Leader of Leaders.

Performs routine

laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned

about age or sex specific values.

Operates,

maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and

equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med

as needed.

Must cross-train to other

laboratory sections as needed.

Assures that

the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.

Calculates, enters, and / or verifies results

of laboratory procedures.

Utilizes the

Laboratory Information System.

Provides

notification and documentation of critical laboratory values

obtained.

Processes patient specimens,

including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant

of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).

Participates in the evaluation, development,

and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and

protocols.

Demonstrates competence to perform

assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the

population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by

the department.

Appropriately adapts assigned

patient assessment, treatment, and / or care methods to accommodate

the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other

developmental needs of each patient served.

Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.

Must complete all required compliance and

regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as

assigned.

Job

Requirements : Education / Skills

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a

chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or

medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent

laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined

in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U. S. Military

laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks)

OR

Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable

credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor’s

degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory

science or medical technology

OR

Meets

the educational requirements of a Medical Laboratory Technician II

(MLT-II)

Experience

No experience required for graduates

of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by

NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS

OR

One

year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include

a clinical rotation through the following sections of the

laboratory : Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology,

Immunology, and Urinalysis / Body Fluids in the U. S. or with an

accredited laboratory within the last 5 years

OR

5 years

of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications

Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or

MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW / HHS within 1 year of

hire

If certification with an

expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and

kept current

Louisiana requires State

Licensure

New Graduate that is Board Certified

or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire,

Louisiana excluded)

Work

Schedule : TBD

Work Type : Full time