Senior Scientist - Heme/Coag & Microscopy

LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in Louisiana seeks a Clinical Lab Generalist licensed CLG/CLS to support daily operations in the hospital laboratory. The role involves accessioning, QA/QC, data reporting and adherence to SOPs while ensuring patient safety and sample integrity.

The position is a day-shift, on-site opportunity at Lakeview Hospital, with responsibilities spanning laboratory procedures, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with medical staff to deliver timely, accurate results.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Lab Generalist with CLG or CLS from the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Days shift available in Louisiana (USA).
• Adherence to site SOPPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Proper container use and labeling during accessioning.
• Accessions specimens and evaluates specimen appropriateness.
• Preserves sample integrity with correct centrifuge times and preservatives; handles histology samples if applicable.
• Transports and stores samples under proper conditions, pre and post testing.
• Performs daily bench QA checks.
• Performs reagent calibrations/standardizations and QA.
• Safeguards identification and labels with accurate patient demographics.
• Evaluates data before release to care providers, considering sample integrity and history.
• Uses computer systems to document actions and monitor QA (delta checks).
• Performs regular maintenance and reviews QC statistics.
• Uses tools efficiently to minimize department expenses; manages inventory.
• Follows site SOPPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Serves as a liaison to medical staff and regulatory agencies; provides guidance to staff.
• Maintains current procedures; trains staff and maintains competencies.
• Works with leadership on quality/improvement programs and corrective actions.

Job description

LCMC Health in Louisiana seeks a Clinical Lab Generalist licensed CLG/CLS to support daily operations in the hospital laboratory. The role involves accessioning, QA/QC, data reporting and adherence to SOPs while ensuring patient safety and sample integrity.

The position is a day-shift, on-site opportunity at Lakeview Hospital, with responsibilities spanning laboratory procedures, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with medical staff to deliver timely, accurate results.