Clinical Lab Scientist – Impactful Diagnostics (Day Shift)

Jobtome; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform, develop and interpret routine and specialized laboratory tests. This role emphasizes quality control, instrument maintenance, and strict adherence to regulatory standards.

Strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to support patient care. The incumbent will work in a dynamic healthcare environment with emphasis on privacy and safety, at an on-site Louisiana location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Current CLS Generalist license or Generalist Trainee/ Lab Assistant with 90 days to license.
• ASCP/AMT/AAB generalist certification within 90 days of hire; Academic Medical Center certification rules apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform, develop and interpret routine and specialized laboratory testing within established time frames.
• Perform quality control and instrument maintenance; document corrective actions.
• Follow regulatory and accreditation standards; ensure compliance with safety and privacy policies.
• Assist in data collection and analysis for performance improvement and cost reduction.
• Adapt communication and patient interaction to diverse populations and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Windows skills

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s in medical technology

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Quality control tools

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform, develop and interpret routine and specialized laboratory tests. This role emphasizes quality control, instrument maintenance, and strict adherence to regulatory standards.

Strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to support patient care. The incumbent will work in a dynamic healthcare environment with emphasis on privacy and safety, at an on-site Louisiana location.