Clinical Lab Scientist Microbiology

Clinical Lab Scientist Microbiology/Full-Time at Christus Health summary:
The Clinical Lab Scientist in Microbiology analyzes specimens, applies test procedures, and reports results to assist clinicians in patient assessment. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent certification, with knowledge in laboratory equipment operation and compliance with CLIA regulations. The position involves handling potentially infectious materials and may require extended shifts and physical activity such as moving laboratory supplies.
Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Analyze specimens according to section procedures and policies, ensuring the appropriateness of the sample. Accurately apply the test procedures, confirm unusual results, and reviews and reports all results according to laboratory policy to enable clinicians to perform accurate patient assessments.
Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree required in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CLS (NCA), MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification as a medical technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Graduates who are Registry eligible may be considered for employment, prior to receiving ASCP or equivalent certification. Must meet CLIA ‘88 requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined in the Federal Register, Vol. 57; #40, Subpart .

SKILLS:

• Must read and write English and be able to communicate effectively

• Laboratory equipment operation skills required.

EXPERIENCE:

Prefer one year of general laboratory experience.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to:
Laboratory Director
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogen A (Routine exposure risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task.)
May be required to wear gloves, laboratory coat, facemask, goggles. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals, biohazardous and radioactive materials, sharp needles and blades, infectious specimens, toxic fumes and mental stress.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Standing, sitting, and/or ambulating for the entire shift assigned. Prefer the ability to move Laboratory supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.
Keywords:
clinical laboratory scientist, microbiology, medical laboratory science, specimen analysis, laboratory testing, patient assessment, CLIA certified, ASCP certification, laboratory equipment, infectious material handling