Clinical Lab Scientist: Impactful Diagnostics & Care

Ochsner Health System; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Technician to receive and prepare specimens, perform routine and specialized testing, and ensure data accuracy. The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, and current licensure or trainee permit with licensure within 90 days of hire.

Day shift responsibilities include quality control, instrument maintenance, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or related field.
• Must possess computer skills and dexterity for data entry and patient data retrieval.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication and good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized laboratory testing with accuracy within timeframes.
• Maintains quality control and instrument maintenance; documents actions and escalates issues as needed.
• Adheres to regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards; ensures safety and privacy of patient information.
• Supports performance improvement and inventory management for supplies and reagents.
• Performs phlebotomy as appropriate and maintains standard operating procedures.

Skills

Data entry

Windows

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc Medical Tech

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Technician to receive and prepare specimens, perform routine and specialized testing, and ensure data accuracy. The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, and current licensure or trainee permit with licensure within 90 days of hire.

Day shift responsibilities include quality control, instrument maintenance, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with the care team.