Medical Laboratory Scientist (CH)

Description:

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Job Responsibilities:
Medical Technologists perform a full range of simplex-to-complex patient testing and laboratory services that will provide specialized expertise in one or more of the following laboratory disciplines:
Microbiology, Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry and Point of Care Testing.

Specific Job Duties:
- Performing laboratory procedures, recognizing
deviation from expected results by ensuring
sample suitability and accuracy.
- Resolving inconsistencies and correcting
problems using scientific principles.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and
instruments.
- Ensuring quality control and functionality of
instruments.
- Preparing laboratory for inspection from
regulatory agencies.
- Monitoring, maintaining, ordering and stocking
laboratory supplies.
- Providing customer service to answer questions
from patient providers regarding test processes,
patient results, or sample collection techniques.

Laboratory Training/Continuing Education:
All employees are required to attend hospital orientation on the initial start date and then will proceed to the laboratory to undergo an extensive training program throughout all laboratory disciplines pertaining to the specific position. We provide a one-on-one approach to this process, which typically is completed within the first 3 to 4 months of hire.

Job Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field with one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience.

Each applicant must have valid Louisiana State License in Clinical Laboratory Science and certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathology), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), NCA (National Certification Agency) or equivalent.

Job Specific Information:
Generalist position, rotating throughout all areas of the laboratory. Specific shift information will be discussed in the interview process.