Medical Laboratory Technologist 1, 2 or 3
State of LouisianaAbout the role
Posting number: LKMC220668MLT1-3_5.1.26
Department: Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center
Job classification: MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Laboratory
Summary
Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist 1-3 to join our team! We are a 24-bed acute care critical access hospital serving the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana. We offer a wide range of services, including general surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. At Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center, we are able to bring you a wide range of services close to home, provided by a network of board certified physicians.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The incumbent in this position will perform a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests with emphasis on recognizing and resolving problems and requiring the application of interpretive judgment at LSU Health-Lallie Kemp Medical Center. This position will be required to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.
Examples of duties
A bachelor’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; OR
A bachelor's degree in a biological, physical, or chemical science plus one year of experience as a medical technologist.
Qualifications
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Supplemental information
Job Duties:
- Performs CAP inspections as required for Accreditation.
- Maintains Lead Tech duties in the absence of Department Supervisors at Lallie Kemp and helps phlebotomists, techs, and all staff with any questions.
- Monitors and reviews all operations on Molecular Testing on the Cepheid analyzer, including maintenance, quality control, writing policies, and re-stocking of supplies. Notifying manager of any needs.
- Maintain preventive maintenance and trouble-shoots all equipment used when malfunctions occur.
- Perform routine and advanced diagnostic laboratory tests in the following areas: Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Parasitology, and Serology. Perform testing without direct supervision.
- Responsible for working all shifts.
- Perform laboratory test on patients of all ages.
- In the absence of supervisor, assume duties. Any and all other related duties as assigned to include ensuring departmental coverage for other staff.
Position-Specific Details:
About this job: The Medical Laboratory Technologist 1, 2 or 3 is a Career Progression Group (CPG). The level of hire depends on the level of experience. Please make sure to list all work history and detailed job duties on the application.
Work Location: This Medical Laboratory Technologist 1-3 position is located in the Pathology Department.
Work Hours: Shift will be determined by the department Manager.
Shift Differentials: In addition to Base Pay, Shift Pay and Certification pay is included only when working.
The incumbent shall possess and maintain a valid BLS certification from American Heart Association before appointment.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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