Clinical Laboratory Scientist I

3 days ago


Port Arthur, Texas, United States Christus Health Full time

Job Summary:

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I is a key member of the Christus Health team, responsible for performing routine laboratory procedures, including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, and reporting of results. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform routine laboratory procedures, including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, and reporting of results.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment, and make minor repairs as necessary.
  • Assure that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
  • Calculate, enter, and/or verify results of laboratory procedures.
  • Utilize the Laboratory Information System.
  • Provide notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
  • Process patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution.
  • Participate in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
  • Demonstrate competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
  • Adapt 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.
  • Demonstrate adherence to the CORE values of Christus Health.
  • Complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.

Requirements:

  • 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 42CFR.
  • No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS.
  • 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.
  • 5 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).
  • Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS within 1 year of hire.
  • Louisiana requires State Licensure.
  • New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded).


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