BLS Clinical Laboratory Specialist

OPH-Bureau of Lab Services

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Conducts testing and interprets data of highly complex clinical laboratory testing for human specimens. Performs chemical, physical, and/or biological analysis of samples to detect, quantify and characterize substances and organisms of public health or regulatory significance. Receives samples, ensures that samples meet acceptance criteria, and maintains proper sample handling according to laboratory procedures and complying with federal and state laws and regulations related to CLIA, HIPAA and other laboratory compliance regulations.

Ensures that assigned samples are tested in a timely manner. Ensures that pre-analytical and post-analytical aspects of the testing process meets acceptance guidelines prior to releasing results. Uses the laboratory information management system (LIMS) to log samples, track samples, enter sample results, and to release reports to Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and submitting healthcare organizations. Maintains competency for all applicable test methods, including operation and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation and participation in proficiency testing as required by regulatory guidelines.

Performs routine daily, weekly, and monthly quality control and quality assurance duties. Performs calibration and preventative maintenance of all equipment, troubleshoots instrument problems, and reports all quality failures to the laboratory supervisor, manager, and/or quality assurance officer. Completes non-conformance reports and root cause analysis for quality control failures. Maintains awareness and understanding of laboratory safety and security by following all laboratory procedures for properly discarding samples and chemical waste.

Responsible for reporting unsafe conditions to the laboratory supervisor. Maintains compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and ensures the retention and protection of laboratory data at all times. Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, environmental, or chemical science.
• Minimum 3 years professional experience in a biological, chemical, or environmental laboratory.
• Minimum 1 year professional experience with the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Must have a valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist (CLS-G) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLC-S) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills; effective organizational and time management skills.
• Great attention to detail and follow up.
• Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.
• Proficient in the use of Zoom, Teams, and Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree.
• Minimum 4 years professional experience in a biological, chemical, or environmental laboratory.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience with the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Minimum 2 years professional experience working within a public health setting.
• Relevant industry certifications.

70-80k

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;
• Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

This position will remain open until filled.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search…