Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - General Lab Job at CHRISTUS Health, Sulphur Springs, TX

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  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Sulphur Springs, TX

Job Description

Job Description

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 Type:

Per Diem As Needed

Job Tags

Daily paid,

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