Local Contract Medical Lab Scientist
Alexandria, LA
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs

Position Name: Director of MLS Program (Med Lab Science Director of Education)
Location: Alexandria, LA 71301

Relocation Assistance:  Up to $7k

Job Summary and Qualifications:
Responsible for the organization, administration, instruction, evaluation, continuous quality improvement, curriculum planning and development, directing other program faculty/staff, and general effectiveness of the MLS Education program;
Participates in the budget preparation process for the MLS Education program
Responsible for maintaining NAACLS accreditation of the program.
Has regular and consistent contact with students, faculty and program personnel.
Plans and coordinates all student learning activities including lectures, tests, and grades.
Demonstrates understanding by following all policies and procedures established by hospital and laboratory departments.
Assists in the teaching and training of fellow employees and students performing laboratory tasks.
Compliance with and documentation of all regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
The MLS program director must have a faculty or clinical appointment at the sponsoring institution.
Uses good problem-solving skills and judgment in dealing with problem situations.

What qualifications you will need:
At least three years' teaching experience.
Master's or Doctoral degree.
Bachelor's degree from a U.S. accredited college or university with a major in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a chemical, physical or biological science is required.
ASCP-BOC or ASCPi -BOC generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or nationally recognized certification/licensure for international or non-US programs.
Current Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Clinical Laboratory Scientist License is required.
Knowledge of education methods and administration as well as current NAACLS accreditation procedures and certification procedures.
BLS within 30 days of employment is required.
Completion of a NAACLS approved school of Medical Technology is preferred.

Additional Information:
Does this position need to have recent acute care experience (Within the last year)? NO
What is the support system for this role? For example, Managers; supervisors that help support the leader.
This person oversees the entire Medical Laboratory Sciences program at the facility.
Other laboratory staff perform some of the lectures and the majority of the bench teaching. However, about half of the lectures are performed by this individual
Who does this position report to?
This person answers to the Laboratory Director and Laboratory Manager.
Why is the position open?
Previous MLS Program Director took similar position under the Louisiana State University system
How long has it been open? May 2024 Accrediting Agency (NAACLS) requires position not be vacant more than 6 months
How many total beds are in the unit? n/a
How many FTEs? Entire Department = Clinical Lab (37) + Phlebotomy (22) + MLS/Phleb Schools (1) + up to 10 students (combined MLS/PHleb)
What additional departments are they over? This individual is over School of Medical Laboratory Sciences and School of Phlebotomy
Have you extended any offers to candidates? No
What are the qualities that you like and dislike in candidates that you have seen so far?
What level trauma is this facility? Level II However, direct or indirect patient care does not play a role in this position
How does your interview process work?
1. Initial review of Resume by Laboratory Director and Manager
2. Initial Interview with Lab Director, Lab Manager, and possibly one other individual
3. If felt necessary, interview with other teaching staff (clinical Supervisors and MLS's)
· Who is the first interview call scheduled with? Lab Director or Lab Manager
· Preference for first interview: Phone call / zoom /onsite Any – However onsite is ultimately required
Do you have virtually? Yes
Who will be included in peer interviews? Some of the Clinical Laboratory Staff and Supervisors who perform student lectures/bench labs
Who has final say on hiring? Lab Director

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