Christus Health
Clinical Laboratory Scientist - LAB Chemistry - PRN
Christus Health, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78207
Description
Summary:
This position performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.
Responsibilities:
• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. • Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values. • 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. • Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed. • Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures. • Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. • Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained. • Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required). • Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols. • Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. • Appropriately adapts 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. • Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. • Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
A. Education/Skills
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 42CFR493.1489 (includes U. S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks)
OR
Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
B. Experience
No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS.
OR
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.
C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)
Work Schedule:
Varies
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
EEO is the law - click below for more information:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist - LAB Chemistry - PRN at Christus Health summary: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist in LAB Chemistry performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, including the testing and processing of patient specimens. They ensure quality control, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, and may assist in developing new protocols while adhering to compliance and regulatory tasks. This role requires a bachelor's degree in laboratory science or a related field and offers a per diem work schedule.
Keywords: clinical laboratory, laboratory scientist, specimen processing, quality control, instrument maintenance, patient testing, medical technology, healthcare, laboratory procedures, per diem
This position performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.
Responsibilities:
• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. • Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values. • 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. • Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed. • Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures. • Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. • Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained. • Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required). • Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols. • Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. • Appropriately adapts 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. • Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. • Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
A. Education/Skills
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 42CFR493.1489 (includes U. S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks)
OR
Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
B. Experience
No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS.
OR
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.
C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)
Work Schedule:
Varies
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
EEO is the law - click below for more information:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.
Clinical Laboratory Scientist - LAB Chemistry - PRN at Christus Health summary: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist in LAB Chemistry performs routine and complex laboratory procedures, including the testing and processing of patient specimens. They ensure quality control, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, and may assist in developing new protocols while adhering to compliance and regulatory tasks. This role requires a bachelor's degree in laboratory science or a related field and offers a per diem work schedule.
Keywords: clinical laboratory, laboratory scientist, specimen processing, quality control, instrument maintenance, patient testing, medical technology, healthcare, laboratory procedures, per diem