MLT - OLGMC - PRN - Night Shift

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Lafayette, LA

12d

About The Position

This position receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs laboratory tests and calculations that provide data for diagnosing and treating disease; carries out quality-control procedures and evaluates test performance and results; calibrates, maintains, and monitors analytical equipment; performs phlebotomy as appropriate; and protects the confidentiality of patient information. The role performs routine and specialized laboratory testing independently, evaluates quality-control and instrument performance, and takes or escalates corrective action as needed. It also supports regulatory compliance, performance improvement, and supply and reagent inventory management. The position is PRN and listed for the night shift at OLGMC. Duties and responsibilities may change, and other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science.
Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license in the state of practice, if applicable, or obtain it within 180 days of hire.
Obtain ASCP, AMT, or AAB generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist within 90 days of hire.
Computer skills and dexterity for entering and retrieving patient information; proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good judgment in performing duties and resolving conflicts.
Good interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

For work at a designated Academic Medical Center facility only: ASCP categorical or AAB individual-discipline certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist.
ASCP-certified incumbents certified on or after January 1, 2004, must meet the requirements of the ASCP Certification Maintenance Program.

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare specimens according to standard protocols and procedures.
Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for diagnosis and treatment.
Analyze, interpret, and record test results within established time frames.
Perform quality-control procedures and evaluate test performance and results.
Calibrate, maintain, and monitor laboratory equipment; troubleshoot instrument issues.
Make judgments about quality-control results, take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision, and escalate out-of-control results with documentation of corrective action.
Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
Follow laboratory regulatory and accreditation standards, safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements, and proficiency-testing protocols.
Assist with collecting and analyzing data for performance improvement and support business development and cost-reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
Adapt communication and procedures to the patient population, including respecting privacy, explaining services, and requesting permission.
Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information and comply with employer policies and standards.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and report suspected unethical conduct or compliance and safety concerns.