Clinical Lab Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & QC

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests, manage quality control, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role supports performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality and safety in a busy clinical setting.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, with strong data entry, communication, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Strong data entry and computer skills required.
• Proficient in Windows applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and conflict resolution.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized laboratory tests within established time frames.
• Manages quality control and instrument maintenance; documents corrective actions.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Supports performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and safety standards.

Skills

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in medical technology / related field

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests, manage quality control, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role supports performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality and safety in a busy clinical setting.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, with strong data entry, communication, and analytical skills.