Educational Coordinator (Med Tech Program)
About The Position
General Lab Educational Coordinator DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Organizes and directs the school of Medical Technology. Serves as liaison officer between universities and the laboratory to coordinate academic training and clinical training. Performs laboratory testing. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Organizes and directs medical technology training program. Maintains school accreditation with NAACLS for LCMH School of Medical Technology. Provides instruction for clinical laboratory courses Ensures students have the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to complete graduation requirements. Develops and implements goals and objectives for the School of Medical Technology. Defines long range objectives and strategies for adapting to health care changes. Serves as liaison between college or university and laboratory or hospital to coordinate academic and clinical training. Supervises other instructors. Develops educational policies concerning teaching methods. Formulates curriculums, outlines course materials, and establishes criteria in other matters affecting education and welfare of students. Performs testing in the laboratory as needed. Assists with point of care lab testing tasks as needed. Other duties as assigned. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology with Master's degree in Education or other clinical laboratory related field. Masters degree may be obtained within 2 years of hire. Applicant must enroll in a degree program prior to starting role. Minimum of three years related experience and/or training. Louisiana State License as CLS-Generalist; National Certification (ASCP) or equivalent Maintains school accreditation with NAACLS Computer skills. Physical Demands/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and tuberculosis. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Mental competence and alertness, dexterity and accuracy of physical movements; clear, concise, pleasant speaking abilities; accurate hearing is essential; visual acuity is a must; stability of emotional make up is essential. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated. Working at Lake Charles Memorial Health System | Great Place To Work
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology with Master's degree in Education or other clinical laboratory related field. Masters degree may be obtained within 2 years of hire. Applicant must enroll in a degree program prior to starting role.
- Minimum of three years related experience and/or training.
- Louisiana State License as CLS-Generalist; National Certification (ASCP) or equivalent
- Maintains school accreditation with NAACLS
- Computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Organizes and directs medical technology training program.
- Maintains school accreditation with NAACLS for LCMH School of Medical Technology.
- Provides instruction for clinical laboratory courses
- Ensures students have the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to complete graduation requirements.
- Develops and implements goals and objectives for the School of Medical Technology.
- Defines long range objectives and strategies for adapting to health care changes.
- Serves as liaison between college or university and laboratory or hospital to coordinate academic and clinical training.
- Supervises other instructors.
- Develops educational policies concerning teaching methods.
- Formulates curriculums, outlines course materials, and establishes criteria in other matters affecting education and welfare of students.
- Performs testing in the laboratory as needed.
- Assists with point of care lab testing tasks as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
