Clinical Lab Scientist — Impactful Diagnostics (PRN)

DeKalb Health; Lutcher (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher, LA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology and blood bank analyses per hospital policies.

The role requires accurate LIS entry, specimen handling, quality control, and daily collaboration with the laboratory team. Responsibilities include receiving and processing samples, conducting analyses across departments, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/MLS/CLS from an accredited school.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Technologist/Scientist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
• Current Louisiana State License as CLS-Generalist or CLS-Specialist.
• Active BLS certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Orders lab tests accurately in the LIS system.
• Receives lab samples in the LIS system for processing.
• Process and analyze lab samples for each department.
• Ensure quality testing and instrument performance per guidelines.
• Collect drug screens and generate correct charges.
• Venipuncture to obtain blood; use two identifiers for patient.
• Maintain supplies; monitor inventory and submit supply orders.
• Answer phones with proper courtesy and maintain an organized workspace.
• Research and resolve problems with samples and reports in the LIS.
• Support departmental goals and other related duties.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science/Clinical Laboratory Science

Job description

St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher, LA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, microbiology and blood bank analyses per hospital policies.

The role requires accurate LIS entry, specimen handling, quality control, and daily collaboration with the laboratory team. Responsibilities include receiving and processing samples, conducting analyses across departments, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safety and compliance.