BLS Clinical Laboratory Specialist

LSU New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Orleans is seeking a capable clinical laboratory professional to perform highly complex testing and data interpretation on human specimens. You will ensure proper sample handling, adhere to CLIA/HIPAA regulations, and use LIMS to log, track, and release reports to LDH and healthcare providers.

Required qualifications include a CLS-G or CLC-S license, a Biological/Chemical/Environmental science degree, and 3 years of lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, environmental, or chemical science.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a biological, chemical, or environmental laboratory.
• Minimum 1 year professional experience with LIMS.
• Must have CLS-G or CLC-S license issued by the Louisiana Board.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking; strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conducts testing and interprets data of highly complex clinical laboratory testing.
• Ensures samples meet acceptance criteria and proper handling.
• Logs samples and releases reports to LDH and healthcare organizations via LIMS.
• Performs calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment; documents quality issues.
• Ensures compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, and other regulations; prepares non-conformance reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Detail-oriented

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological, environmental, or chemical science

Advanced degree

Tools

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

Department

OPH-Bureau of Lab Services

Thank you for your interest in The University of New Orleans.

Job Description

Conducts testing and interprets data of highly complex clinical laboratory testing for human specimens. Performs chemical, physical, and/or biological analysis of samples to detect, quantify and characterize substances and organisms of public health or regulatory significance. Receives samples, ensures that samples meet acceptance criteria, and maintains proper sample handling according to laboratory procedures and complying with federal and state laws and regulations related to CLIA, HIPAA and other laboratory compliance regulations. Ensures that assigned samples are tested in a timely manner. Ensures that pre-analytical and post-analytical aspects of the testing process meets acceptance guidelines prior to releasing results. Uses the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to log samples, track samples, enter sample results, and to release reports to Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and submitting healthcare organizations. Maintains competency for all applicable test methods, including operation and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation and participation in proficiency testing as required by regulatory guidelines. Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly quality control and quality assurance duties. Performs calibration and preventative maintenance of all equipment, troubleshoots instrument problems, and reports all quality failures to the laboratory supervisor, manager, and/or quality assurance officer. Completes non-conformance reports and root cause analysis for quality control failures. Maintains awareness and understanding of laboratory safety and security by following all laboratory procedures for properly discarding samples and chemical waste. Responsible for reporting unsafe conditions to the laboratory supervisor. Maintains compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and ensures the retention and protection of laboratory data at all times. Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, environmental, or chemical science.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a biological, chemical, or environmental laboratory.
• Minimum 1 year professional experience with the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Must have a valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist (CLS-G) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLC-S) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail and follow up.
• Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.
• Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree.
• Minimum 4 years professional experience in a biological, chemical, or environmental laboratory.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience with the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Minimum 2 years professional experience working within a public health setting.
• Relevant industry certifications.

Salary

70-80k

Required Attachments

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;
• Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Background Check

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.