Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead – Laboratory

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Clinical Laboratory Scientist Lead – Laboratory

Company: Christus Health


Description: DescriptionSummary:Responsible for the direct oversight of daily operations and testing of assigned section including staffing, procedures, policies, and quality improvement. Collaborates with other section team leaders to meet departmental goals.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi – Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

• The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites
• A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Responsible for organizing, planning, directing, evaluating, and providing general oversight for all laboratory operations within designated section which includes outreach services, computer operations, pre and post analytic testing, associate safety and equipment / supply inventory expense control.
• Provide essential leadership and administrative support to laboratory associates.
• Ensures standards of care are consistent with the CHRISTUS Health Mission and all regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with hospital administration to facilitate the achievement of the departmental goals.
• Promote the development of associates and process improvement initiatives to maintain quality, cost-effective services and patient, physician, and associate satisfaction.
• Supports CHRISTUS Health by assuming any other responsibilities that are mutually agreed upon to ensure the effective functioning of the CHRISTUS Health ministry.

Job Requirements:Education/SkillsBachelor’s Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U. S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks).OREducation that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.ORMeets the educational requirements of a Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT-II).Experience3 years of full-time primary laboratory experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) in moderate/high complexity testing for the specific section/area of responsibility required.5 years of full-time primary laboratory experience as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) in moderate/high complexity testing for the specific section/area of responsibility preferred.Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsMust possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS.If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current.Louisiana requires State Licensure.Work Schedule:VariesWork Type:Full TimeEEO is the law – click below for more information:We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.

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Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Date: Sun, 12 Jan 2025 08:39:54 GMT


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