Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank (Nights)

We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! coordinates the implementation of new procedures; and assumes responsibility for resolving day to day lab technical problems and notifies laboratory immediate supervisor or Pathologist as appropriate. Assumes supervisory role of department section including coordinating laboratory operations within the section to ensure reliable patient testing and timely services, monitors laboratory specific Performance Improvement /Quality Control activities, exhibits knowledge of and adherence to Institution/Department policies and procedures, assists supervisor in maintaining a section that complies with the standards of accrediting/regulatory agencies, and maintains confidentiality of patient related information at all times. Shift Hours Evening shift 1500-2330 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Required - Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Work Experience Required - 4 years experience (one year of which is in the appropriate clinical lab section) in appropriate clinical lab under a qualified Director. In the case of a technologist that rotates in general lab, the one year of experience in the appropriate section should be documented. In cases where there is no documentation of the section rotation, a signed letter from the laboratory medical director must be placed in the technologist's file stating that the technologist has been deemed competent in that section. Preferred - Experience including advanced analytical skills necessary in order to analyze complex data and trouble shoot equipment. ASCP, AMT or AAB certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Ability to and experience working in controlled environment, following safety measures to minimize exposure to chemicals, body fluids, blood borne pathogens, etc. Advanced analytical skills to collect data, perform calculations, maintains system logs and operates laboratory computer equipment. Skills to manage stress in order to maintain a professional atmosphere and provide quality service. Performs routine and special lab procedures. Maintains regulatory compliance and performance improvement. Assists and consults with the laboratory supervisor/director. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. 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; 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 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. 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. 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