Medical Technologist - Blood Bank 8-1630 M-F, EOW

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs various routine or special chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic laboratory tests. The duties may be specific to a particular area of the laboratory, such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or the blood bank. Quality is paramount in all aspects of daily functions and work processes, including specimen preparation, assaying, interpretation, and results reporting in compliance with established policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Training, temporary, or letter of pending permit issued by LSBME.
• Licensed in Louisiana as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist (CLS-G) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Specialist (CLS-S) with Registry in applicable specialty.

Responsibilities

• Performs an acceptable productivity level without a significant error rate on a variety of medical technology procedures.
• Tests on cells and microorganisms in body fluids, examines growth patterns of bacteria and fungus in patient specimens and cultures.
• Analyzes blood and other body fluids, and performs blood compatibility testing.
• Demonstrates initiative in adapting to changes or unusual circumstances.
• Assists in care and maintenance of laboratory work area and furnishings/equipment.
• Coordinates, plans, and utilizes time efficiently to prioritize and organize duties.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies in work areas to ensure efficient departmental operations.
• Performs quality control and instrument check procedures.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of daily activities.
• Combines ethical judgment with technical skill within policy and legal guidelines.
• Observes and adheres to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
• Exhibits a professional manner, appearance, and performance in job-related duties.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, pathologists, staff, and other individuals.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees