Medical Technologist 1 - Lake Hematology PRN

FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

Performs routine or specialized chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic laboratory tests. Duties may focus on a specific laboratory area, such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or the blood bank. The role performs laboratory procedures accurately and productively, maintains quality and safety standards, supports efficient laboratory operations, and provides professional service to patients and colleagues.

Requirements

Licensed in Louisiana as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist (CLS-G) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Specialist (CLS-S), with registry in the applicable specialty for the department and position.
Good interpersonal and human relations skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good teamwork skills.
Good critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
Superior organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience is preferred but not required.
One year of training in a NAACLS-approved MT/CLS program.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of medical technology procedures, including testing cells and microorganisms in body fluids, examining bacterial and fungal growth in patient specimens and cultures, analyzing blood and other body fluids, and performing blood compatibility testing.
Adapt to changes or unusual circumstances in a way that promotes cooperation and minimizes disruption to the working environment.
Assist with care and maintenance of the laboratory work area, furnishings, and equipment.
Plan and use time efficiently to prioritize and organize duties while remaining flexible to meet laboratory customers’ needs.
Maintain and inventory supplies in work areas as necessary to support efficient departmental operations and avoid duplicated effort or services.
Ensure quality throughout specimen preparation, testing, interpretation, and results reporting in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Perform quality control and instrument checks, and maintain accurate and complete records of daily activities.
Apply ethical judgment and technical skills within hospital and laboratory policy and legal guidelines when making decisions and performing procedures.
Follow departmental and hospital policies and procedures, including safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
Maintain a professional manner, appearance, and performance in delivering quality health care services.
Perform patient care duties with consideration for the physical and psychological needs of patients across age ranges, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, pathologists, staff, and others.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.