Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician - Transfusion Services - Kings Hwy

Ochsner Health•Shreveport, LA

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About The Position

This role receives and prepares specimens according to established protocols, performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide diagnostic and treatment data, carries out quality control procedures, evaluates test performance and results, and calibrates, maintains, and monitors analytical equipment. Phlebotomy may be performed as appropriate. The position also requires protecting the confidentiality of patient information. The employee independently performs, develops, and interprets routine and specialized laboratory testing within established time frames; evaluates quality-control and instrument-maintenance results; troubleshoots issues and documents corrective actions; and escalates out-of-control results appropriately. The role follows regulatory, accreditation, safety, and proficiency-testing requirements; contributes to performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives; and manages supply and reagent inventory. Employees adapt their communication and approach to the needs and privacy of the patient population, comply with organizational policies and standards, and perform other assigned duties. The position is in a healthcare setting and includes patient and specimen contact, with potential exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste.

Requirements

Associate's degree or college diploma in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science, or a military MLT certificate; transcript required.
Current Clinical Lab Scientist Technician license, or Generalist Trainee permit or Lab Assistant license in the state of practice if applicable; must obtain a Clinical Lab Scientist Technician license within 90 days of hire.
ASCP, AMT, or AAB Medical Lab Technician certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
If ASCP-certified on or after January 1, 2004, must meet ASCP Certification Maintenance Program requirements.
Computer skills and dexterity for patient-information data entry and retrieval; proficiency with Windows-style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good judgment in performing duties and resolving conflicts.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical, or biological science; transcript required.
Hospital or clinical laboratory testing experience.
Current state license where applicable.
ASCP, AMT, or AAB generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist; alternatively, ASCP categorical or AAB individual-discipline certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist when working in a designated Academic Medical Center facility.

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare specimens according to standard protocols and procedures.
Perform laboratory tests and calculations to provide data used in diagnosis and treatment.
Perform, develop, and interpret routine and specialized laboratory testing independently, accurately, and within established time frames.
Perform quality-control procedures and evaluate test performance and results.
Analyze and record quality-control results and instrument maintenance or troubleshooting; make judgments about results, take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision, document corrective actions, and escalate out-of-control results.
Calibrate, maintain, and monitor equipment used in analytical determinations.
Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
Follow regulatory compliance, laboratory accreditation, safety, OIG compliance, and proficiency-testing requirements.
Assist with collection and analysis of performance-improvement data and support business-development and cost-reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, explaining procedures, requesting permissions, and communicating appropriately.
Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information and comply with organizational policies and standards.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned.