Clinical Laboratory Scientist II-Lab Transfusion-Full Time
Company: Christus Health
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Clinical Laboratory Scientist II-Lab Transfusion-Full Time at
Christus Health summary: The Clinical Laboratory Scientist II
performs complex laboratory procedures including specimen
processing, testing, quality control, and equipment maintenance,
while adhering to regulatory and quality standards. The role
involves cross-training, developing new protocols, phlebotomy, and
managing Laboratory Information Systems within a healthcare
environment. Candidates require a relevant bachelor’s degree and
certification, with specific licensure requirements for Louisiana
and shifts during overnight hours. Description Summary: This Job
performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures
including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient
specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of
quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of
instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new
procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other
patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as
requested or directed. Responsibilities: • Meets expectations of
the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of
Others, or Leader of Leaders. • Performs all routine and
complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which
assigned about age or sex specific values. • Operates, maintains,
and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and
makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed. •
Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed. • Assures
that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
• Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory
procedures. • Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. •
Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory
values obtained. • Processes patient specimens, including
collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal
pediatric specimen volumes (when required). • Participates in the
evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated
testing procedures and protocols. • Demonstrates competence to
perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that
meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients
served by the department. • Appropriately adapts assigned patient
assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the
unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other
developmental needs of each patient served. • Demonstrates
adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. • Must complete
all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all
applicable policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as
assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills • Bachelor’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)OR •
Education 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. Experience • No experience required for
graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or
accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS. OR •
One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must
include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the
laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology,
Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an
accredited laboratory within the last 5 years. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications • Must 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 • New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must
complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)
Work Schedule: 10PM - 7AM 8HR Shift Work Type: Full Time EEO is the
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