LCMC Health
Overview
Job details describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Responsibilities
Ensures specimens received by the laboratory are acceptable for testing by applying the appropriate criteria. Receiving, processing, and distribution of lab specimens. Apply criteria for specimen rejection as applicable. Follow hospital/laboratory safety and infection control policies and report variances to section supervisors as they occur. Follow universal precautions at all times when dealing with blood or body fluids. Handle biohazardous and chemically hazardous materials per safety guidelines. Disinfect workspace at appropriate frequencies per quality manual. Assure proper packaging and disposal of waste chemicals. Maintain proper documentation of generated waste. Operate both primary and secondary instrumentation proficiently. Change or prepare reagents, controls and document per policy. Prepare specimens for testing per policy and procedure. Report test results within established departmental turn-around times after verifying documentation is complete and accurate. Perform up to high complexity testing accurately and timely in laboratory section(s). Float between laboratory sections and assist in other areas as needed per workflow demands. Maintain working knowledge of policies, procedures, protocols, processes applicable to assigned laboratory sections. Operate, calibrate, conduct performance checks and maintain any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment. Troubleshoot basic instrument malfunctions and document appropriately. Determine when an instrument’s service representative should be contacted for assistance. Analyze quality control material for each procedure, record values according to section policy and report to technical Supervisor when results are outside established limits. Perform comparison studies of precision, accuracy and linearity on new or existing procedures and report results by established deadlines. Perform and accurately record proficiency surveys. Review results for accuracy before verification. Document Critical Call Value notification, and investigate delta checks as appropriate. Investigate unexpected or unusual results as needed. Properly route electronic results, forms and copies within the specified time frame. Perform all aspects of reagent quality control as specified in the quality control manuals. Manage appropriate inventory levels for testing, escalating to leads as needed. Responsible for continuous operations in testing of specimens in each laboratory section. Maintain competencies in each laboratory section per CLIA frequency guidelines. Assist in clinical orientation and training of new or less skilled laboratory personnel as requested by the section Supervisor. Assist with student, intern, or resident clinical education. Perform any duties within the scope of practice as assigned in routine, unusual or emergency situations. Education Qualifications
BS Degree in Medical Lab Science preferred. Successful completion of NAACLS Accredited Program preferred. Meets requirements to sit for a CLS/MT Certification exam Licenses and Certifications
Clinical Lab Generalist or Specialist licensed by Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as CLG or CLS Preferred ASCP Board certification For all temporary licensure employees, a copy of your national certification exam report stating you passed must be submitted prior to your temporary licensure expiration. A permanent licensure MUST be acquired within 1 year of hire. Work Shift
Variable Hours (United States of America) About LCMC Health
LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary. Additional Information
Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Application Process
To get started, please complete the application fully and accurately. Incomplete applications may be eliminated due to missing information. Information on your application may be used to verify previous employment and background. Applications may be inactive after 6 months and require a new submission. Proof of citizenship or immigration status may be required to verify lawful right to work in the United States.
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Job details describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Responsibilities
Ensures specimens received by the laboratory are acceptable for testing by applying the appropriate criteria. Receiving, processing, and distribution of lab specimens. Apply criteria for specimen rejection as applicable. Follow hospital/laboratory safety and infection control policies and report variances to section supervisors as they occur. Follow universal precautions at all times when dealing with blood or body fluids. Handle biohazardous and chemically hazardous materials per safety guidelines. Disinfect workspace at appropriate frequencies per quality manual. Assure proper packaging and disposal of waste chemicals. Maintain proper documentation of generated waste. Operate both primary and secondary instrumentation proficiently. Change or prepare reagents, controls and document per policy. Prepare specimens for testing per policy and procedure. Report test results within established departmental turn-around times after verifying documentation is complete and accurate. Perform up to high complexity testing accurately and timely in laboratory section(s). Float between laboratory sections and assist in other areas as needed per workflow demands. Maintain working knowledge of policies, procedures, protocols, processes applicable to assigned laboratory sections. Operate, calibrate, conduct performance checks and maintain any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment. Troubleshoot basic instrument malfunctions and document appropriately. Determine when an instrument’s service representative should be contacted for assistance. Analyze quality control material for each procedure, record values according to section policy and report to technical Supervisor when results are outside established limits. Perform comparison studies of precision, accuracy and linearity on new or existing procedures and report results by established deadlines. Perform and accurately record proficiency surveys. Review results for accuracy before verification. Document Critical Call Value notification, and investigate delta checks as appropriate. Investigate unexpected or unusual results as needed. Properly route electronic results, forms and copies within the specified time frame. Perform all aspects of reagent quality control as specified in the quality control manuals. Manage appropriate inventory levels for testing, escalating to leads as needed. Responsible for continuous operations in testing of specimens in each laboratory section. Maintain competencies in each laboratory section per CLIA frequency guidelines. Assist in clinical orientation and training of new or less skilled laboratory personnel as requested by the section Supervisor. Assist with student, intern, or resident clinical education. Perform any duties within the scope of practice as assigned in routine, unusual or emergency situations. Education Qualifications
BS Degree in Medical Lab Science preferred. Successful completion of NAACLS Accredited Program preferred. Meets requirements to sit for a CLS/MT Certification exam Licenses and Certifications
Clinical Lab Generalist or Specialist licensed by Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as CLG or CLS Preferred ASCP Board certification For all temporary licensure employees, a copy of your national certification exam report stating you passed must be submitted prior to your temporary licensure expiration. A permanent licensure MUST be acquired within 1 year of hire. Work Shift
Variable Hours (United States of America) About LCMC Health
LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary. Additional Information
Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do. You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Application Process
To get started, please complete the application fully and accurately. Incomplete applications may be eliminated due to missing information. Information on your application may be used to verify previous employment and background. Applications may be inactive after 6 months and require a new submission. Proof of citizenship or immigration status may be required to verify lawful right to work in the United States.
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