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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

Organizes, implements, directs, evaluates the organization’s laboratory operations and performance.

Coordinates collection protocols for special or infrequently ordered test procedures for the assigned section.

Ensures timely and accurate preparation of the samples for testing including centrifugation, slide preparation, slide staining and loading the instruments to achieve the required outcome.

Assists pathologists with special hematology, coagulation and chemistry needs and requirements.

Ensures that all necessary remedial actions are taken and documented whenever significant deviations from the labs established performance specifications are identified and that patient test results are reported only when the system is functioning properly.

Performs accessioning and receipt of specimens. Performs functions associated with send out tests to include pending orders and researching any additional information to facilitate timely reporting.

Complies with all hospital and departmental policies, procedures and programs. Demonstrates commitment to continuous quality improvement while tracking, monitoring and evaluating the department's compliance with regulatory agencies.

Prepares accurate and timely reports (budget, variance, etc.) and identifies ways of improving financial results.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

5 years of experience in Clinical Laboratory Science with 2 years experience in leadership.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Clinical Lab Generalist or Specialist through the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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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

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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

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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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