Clinical Laboratory Scientist I, LAB Admingeneral, Jasper - Full Time
Location: Jasper
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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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 Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time
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