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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES

Testing Procedures:

Ensures specimens received by the Laboratory are acceptable for testing by applying the appropriate criteria.Labels, accessions, and distributes specimens so that integrity of patient identification is maintained throughout processing. Operates both primary and secondary instrumentation proficiently. Reports test results within established departmental turn-around times after verifying documentation is complete and accurate. Recognizes and refers abnormal, unusual and critical results to Supervisor. Performs latex serologies and rapid antigen testing within established departmental policies. Initiates orders for blood and/or blood components from the appropriate blood supplier. Follows universal precautions at all times when dealing with blood or body fluids. Disinfects counter tops daily with appropriate cleaner. Follows Hospital/Laboratory safety and infection control policies and reporting variances to section Supervisors as they occur.

Preventive Maintenance/Quality and Control/Quality Assurance:

Properly operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks and maintains any clinical laboratory instrument or equipment after orientation. Analyzes quality control materials for each procedure and records values according to section policy, and reports to supervisor accordingly. Performs comparison studies of precision, accuracy, linearity on new or existing procedures and reports results by established deadlines. Assures proper packaging and disposal of waste chemicals.

Laboratory Information System Operation:

Performs order or result entry (manual or computerized) and reviews information for accuracy before verification. Prepares legible written reports. Retrieves results when necessary to resolves questions to assist nurses, physicians or other hospital personnel.

Supply Management:

Checks instruments and benches assigned for appropriate reagent and supply levels and replenishes when necessary. Ensures adequate inventory levels are available for incoming shifts.

Specimen processing/shipping:

Performs proper processing and preservation of tissue specimens. Complies with proper specimen storage and preservation procedures.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

​Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist--Technician (CLS – TECHNICIAN) through the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of medical laboratory testing techniques.

Knowledge of standard  phlebotomy and skin puncture techniques and appropriate blood processing and handling procedures.

Ability to perform routine medical  laboratory tests, procedures and analysis.

Accurately complete and maintain patient documents and records, ability to understand and follow specific clinical protocol and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

WORK SHIFT:

Evenings (United States of America)

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

About West Jefferson Medical Center

West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited.  For over 60 years, we’ve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction

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.

 

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