Medical Laboratory Scientist

Description

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a (Medical Laboratory Scientist)? At Rapides Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Rapides Regional Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free Air Med medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits.

Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist like you to be a part of our team.

Each individual, under general supervision, performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director to provide data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. The testing may involve analyses of blood, urine, body fluids and any other materials of human or animal origin; performing blood group, type and compatibility tests for transfusion purposes; using automated or semi‑automated instrumentation and/or manual methods;

using a microscope for counts and morphology; analyzing test results and utilizing an information system. They may also train and supervise students and specialize in areas such as blood bank, chemistry, hematology, or microbiology. This position involves all age populations. This position reports to the departmental Technical Supervisor and/or Laboratory Administrative Director.

• Consistently verifies patient identification, specimen tubes, and orders to prevent errors.
• Demonstrates understanding by following all policies and procedures established by hospital and laboratory departments.
• Performs sample analysis in areas of demonstrated competency.
• Performs routine patient procedures and follows up, including documentation of calling critical values.
• Calibrates, standardizes, and maintains instrumentation following manufacturer or established procedures with appropriate documentation.
• Performs and documents quality control to ensure the proper functioning of instrumentation, reagents, and procedures. Out‑of‑controls are addressed and documented appropriately.
• Evaluates, calculates, and validates test results, quality control records, and electronic files.
• Coordinates with medical and professional staff in the dispersion and interpretation of data.
• Assists in teaching and training of fellow employees and students performing…