Cls, Clinical Lab Scientist Ii - General Lab

Jobtome; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtome is seeking a laboratory technologist to perform routine and complex procedures, operate and troubleshoot instruments, and ensure strict quality control. You will cross-train in multiple sections, process patient specimens, and document critical values with the Laboratory Information System.

Strong compliance and documentation skills are essential. The role involves contributing to new procedures and may include phlebotomy and patient-oriented tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• Certification for MT/MLS/CLS/MLT from ASCP/AMT/AAB/HEW/HHS; maintain if expiring.
• CLIA 42CFR493.1489 equivalence accepted for US credentials.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
• Ensure quality control program is followed and documented.
• Enter/verify results and utilize Laboratory Information System.
• Process patient specimens with attention to pediatric sample volumes when required.
• Notify and document critical laboratory values.
• Assist in development/implementation of new testing procedures.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality control

Laboratory procedures

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in lab science/medical technology

Tools

Laboratory Information System

Job description

Description Summary

This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.

Responsibilities

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed. Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed. Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed. Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures. Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained. Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required). Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education/Skills Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks) OR Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.


• Experience No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS. OR One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.


• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current Louisiana requires State Licensure New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)


• Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed