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CLS III

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Overview

You’re going to want to be a part of the Dallas Regional Medical Center Team!!! As a member of Prime Healthcare, we offer incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be a part of a community dedicated to making a difference. We are a 202- bed acute hospital accredited by the joint Commission that offer a wide range of medical services including 24/7 emergency care, cardiology, wound care, surgical services, cardiac catheterization, and imaging. The hospital is the on Certified Stroke Center, Accredited Chest Pain Center and labor and Delivery unit in the area. In addition, Dallas Regional is the only Trauma Center for 13 miles and was the first accredited Geriatric Emergency Room in Dallas County. The hospital os a recipient of Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Awards, 15 Healthgrades Five-Star rating over the past three years.

We offer:

Competitive compensation
Generous benefit plan: medical, dental, vision and 401k
Substantial PTO
Continuing education opportunities
And much more!

Responsibilities

CLS III performs only those waived, moderate, or highly complex tests authorized by CLIA, responsibilities listed under 42 CFR 493.1451 and CFR 493.1449 and must possess a degree of skill commensurate with individual’s education, training or experience and technical abilities. CLS III : 1) functions as the department Section Technical Supervisor/Lead, responsible for supervising the daily operation of the section(s), 2) provides consultative services to the medical staff in the capacity of Technical Consultant, 3) oversees the section/department performance improvement program and participates in hospital interdisciplinary performance improvement initiatives, 4) is responsible for the technical and fiscal management of the section(s), 5) oversees the section(s) quality management/assurance program, 6) ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, 7) assesses staff competency and completes performance evaluations in a timely manner,8) ensures the accuracy of patient results prior to releasing or reporting, 9) develops, maintains and updates section policy and procedure manuals, 10) reviews quality control performance ensuring documentation of corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications, 11) identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance and either correct the problem or immediately notify the, Director, or Medical Director, 12) performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures requiring independent judgment using both manual and automated methods in Hematology, Blood Bank, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Microbiology, Immunology, and any other discipline as introduced into the laboratory, 13) ensures the performance and documentation of equipment maintenance – daily, weekly, monthly, or as needed, 14) recognizes age specific differences in expected results for newborns to geriatrics, 15) ensures that the testing of proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples and that collaboration with other laboratories is prohibited prior to the reporting of proficiency testing results to the appropriate agencies, 16) ensures the currency of all laboratory policies and procedures, 17) adheres to all department and hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, emergency preparedness, and human resources, 18) may be assigned responsibilities related to POCT. 19) other tasks or responsibilities may be assigned by the department manager/director.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

ASCP certification, or equivalent, required.

Minimum five years hospital laboratory work experience required.

Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution, or other educational requirements as stated in CLIA (42 CFR 493.1489).

Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

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What You Should Know About CLS III, Dallas Regional Medical Center

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join the dynamic team at Dallas Regional Medical Center as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist III (CLS III)! We are part of Prime Healthcare, renowned for our commitment to exceptional medical services. Our 202-bed facility not only provides 24/7 emergency care and specialized services like cardiology and imaging, but also boasts a reputation as a Certified Stroke Center and an Accredited Chest Pain Center. As a CLS III, you'll play a crucial role in supervising the daily operations of our laboratory, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering accurate patient results. Your responsibilities will include overseeing quality management programs, conducting a variety of laboratory procedures, and providing consultative services to our medical staff. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to elevate your expertise in a supportive environment committed to making a difference. Enjoy competitive compensation, a generous benefits plan, substantial PTO, and opportunities for continuing education. If you have a passion for laboratory science and wish to impact patient care positively, Dallas Regional Medical Center is the place for you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for CLS III Role at Dallas Regional Medical Center

What are the qualifications needed for the CLS III position at Dallas Regional Medical Center?

To be considered for the CLS III position at Dallas Regional Medical Center, you must have ASCP certification or an equivalent, along with a minimum of five years of hospital laboratory experience. A Bachelor's Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution is required. Additionally, depending on your state, a current and valid state license may be necessary.