Clinical Lab Scientist - Precision Diagnostics & Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a laboratory professional to join the team in Lafayette. The role involves receiving and preparing specimens, performing tests, maintaining quality control, and ensuring data integrity for accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include calibrating and maintaining analytical equipment, performing phlebotomy as needed, and upholding privacy and safety standards across patient care processes. ASCP/AMT/AAB certifications are required within stated timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license in the state of practice (or within 180 days of hire).
• ASCP, AMT or AAB generalist certification as MLS/MT must be obtained within 90 days of hire; ASCP/AAB disciplines-only if Academic Medical Center facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently within established time frames.
• Records quality control and instrument maintenance; troubleshoots and escalates when results are out of control; documents corrective action.
• Adheres to regulatory and accreditation standards; follows safety guidelines and proficiency testing protocols.
• Assists in data collection and analysis for performance improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Adapts communication style to patient population; respects privacy and explains services clearly.
• Performs other duties as assigned and ensures compliance with all policies.

Skills

Windows proficiency

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a laboratory professional to join the team in Lafayette. The role involves receiving and preparing specimens, performing tests, maintaining quality control, and ensuring data integrity for accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities include calibrating and maintaining analytical equipment, performing phlebotomy as needed, and upholding privacy and safety standards across patient care processes. ASCP/AMT/AAB certifications are required within stated timelines.