Clinical Lab Scientist: Drive Diagnostic Excellence

Ochsner Health System; Saint Bernard (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Laboratory Scientist to receive and prepare specimens, perform routine and specialized testing, and ensure quality control. You will calibrate equipment, monitor performance, and maintain data confidentiality in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in medical technology or related science, licensure or trainee permits with certification within 90 days. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (medical technology/clinical laboratory science or chemistry/biology)
• State licensure or eligible for licensure as Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist
• Certification within 90 days of hire (ASCP/AMT/AAB generalist)
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and data entry

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols
• Performs routine and/or specialized laboratory tests
• Performs quality control and maintains instrument calibration
• Maintains data confidentiality and accurate recordkeeping
• Assists with inventory and reagent management
• Adheres to regulatory and safety guidelines and completes required documentation

Skills

Data entry proficiency

Windows applications

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science

Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license or equivalent/permitting pathway with licensure within 90 days

Tools

LIS experience

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Laboratory Scientist to receive and prepare specimens, perform routine and specialized testing, and ensure quality control. You will calibrate equipment, monitor performance, and maintain data confidentiality in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in medical technology or related science, licensure or trainee permits with certification within 90 days. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.