Clinical Lab Scientist — Flexible Hours, Diagnostics

Ochsner Health System; Norco (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform and interpret routine and specialized tests, ensure quality control, and maintain analytical equipment. The role requires strict adherence to CLIA/CAP and safety guidelines while protecting patient privacy.

Required: Bachelor's degree, state CLS license, ASCP MT certification, and ongoing Maintenance Program compliance. Strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Current license as CLS-Generalist or CLS-Specialist in the state of practice required.
• ASCP Medical Technologist certification required.
• Incumbents certified by ASCP on or after Jan 1, 2004 must complete the ASCP Certification Maintenance Program.

Responsibilities

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently within established time frames.
• Performs quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting; documents results and escalates when results are out of control.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance and accreditation standards; follows safety guidelines and proficiency testing procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement and inventory management activities; supports cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (Generalist/Specialist)

ASCP Medical Technologist certification

ASCP Certification Maintenance Program

Tools

Windows OS

Instrument maintenance

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform and interpret routine and specialized tests, ensure quality control, and maintain analytical equipment. The role requires strict adherence to CLIA/CAP and safety guidelines while protecting patient privacy.

Required: Bachelor's degree, state CLS license, ASCP MT certification, and ongoing Maintenance Program compliance. Strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential.