Medical Laboratory Scientist - OLGMC Lab - Full Time Days

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Medical Technologists

Job Duties: Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures. Performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results. Calibrates maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations. Performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate. Maintains confidentiality of patient related information. Performs develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error within established time frames. Performs analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting making judgments concerning results and takes appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision. Escalates appropriately when results are out of control and ensures adequate documentation of corrective action. Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards. Follows safety guidelines OIG compliance requirements and follows protocol for proficiency testing of samples. Participates in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data and supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population including but not limited to: respect for privacy method of introduction to the patient adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required.

Employer: Ochsner Clinic Foundation

Geographic area of employment: Lafayette LA.

Education Required: Bachelors degree in medical laboratory science medical technology clinical laboratory science or related degree.

Other Requirements:

Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology as a medical laboratory scientist or international medical laboratory scientist.

Louisiana license as a clinical laboratory scientist. Applicants must reference REQ and apply online at above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities duties and skills. Other duties may be added or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety patient privacy and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Mechanical lifting devices (carts dollies etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7 weekend holiday on call availability).
Must be able to stoop bend reach and grab with arms and hands manual dexterity.
Must be able to stand and sit for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt transport storage preparation dispensing administration cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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