Medical Laboratory Technologist 1, 2 or 3

About This Job

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist 1-3 to join our team!

We are a 24-bed acute care critical access hospital serving the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana. We offer a wide range of services, including general surgery and a 24-hour emergency department.

General Description

The incumbent in this position will perform a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests with emphasis on recognizing and resolving problems and requiring the application of interpretive judgment at LSU Health-Lallie Kemp Medical Center. This position will be required to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Specialist license plus one of the following:
  • A bachelor’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science;
  • A bachelor's degree in a biological, physical, or chemical science plus one year of experience as a medical technologist.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Performs CAP inspections as required for Accreditation.
• Maintains Lead Tech duties in the absence of Department Supervisors at Lallie Kemp and helps phlebotomists, techs, and all staff with any questions.
• Maintains preventive maintenance and trouble-shoots all equipment used when malfunctions occur.
• Performs routine and advanced diagnostic laboratory tests in the following areas: Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Parasitology, and Serology.
• Performs testing without direct supervision.
• Responsible for working all shifts.
• Performs laboratory test on patients of all ages.
• In the absence of supervisor, assumes duties.
• Any and all other related duties as assigned to include ensuring departmental coverage for other staff.

Position-Specific Details

About this job: The Medical Laboratory Technologist 1, 2 or 3 is a Career Progression Group (CPG). The level of hire depends on the level of experience. Please make sure to list all work history and detailed job duties on the application. Work Location: This Medical Laboratory Technologist 1-3 position is located in the Pathology Department. Work Hours: Shift will be determined by the department Manager. Shift Differentials: In addition to Base Pay, Shift Pay and Certification pay is included only when working. The incumbent shall possess and maintain a valid BLS certification from American Heart Association before appointment.

How To Apply

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to Support Your Eligibility for this Job Title

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Contact Information

For more information about this vacancy please contact: Sonia Johnson, HR Analyst
Lallie Kemp Medical Center, Human Resources
985-878-1384
sjoh83@lsuhsc.edu

Required Questions

• 01 Do you possess a baccalaureate degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science?Yes
  No
• 02 Do you have possession of a Louisiana Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Specialist license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as required by law?Yes
  No
• 03 If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please list your license type, number, original issue date, and expiration date below. If you answered 'No,' please enter N/A.
• 04 Do you have possession of a current American Medical Technologist (AMT) or American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification?Yes
  No
• 05 Do you have possession of a current Basic Life Saver( BLS ) card from American Heart Association?Yes
  No
• 06 Are you a current Lallie Kemp employee?Yes
  No