Clinical Laboratory Scientist I - General Lab

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results.
• 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.
• Affirms the laboratory's quality control program and ensures its proper execution.
• Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures using the Laboratory Information System.
• Notifies and documents critical laboratory values obtained.
• Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution, always considering minimal pediatric specimen volumes.
• Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
• Adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to meet the unique needs of patients served.

Requirements

• Education: 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 CLIA requirements.
• Experience: No experience required for graduates of an approved clinical laboratory training program, or one year of approved clinical laboratory experience including a clinical rotation through specific sections.
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities.
• Adheres to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
• Completes all required compliance and regulatory tasks.
• Fulfills all applicable policies and procedures.