Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist)

Ochsner Health; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a Medical Technologist to receive and prepare specimens, perform laboratory tests and quality control, and maintain calibration of analytical equipment in Monroe, LA.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science and ASCP certification with Louisiana licensure. The incumbent will ensure confidentiality, comply with safety and regulatory standards, and support continuous improvement in the laboratory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related degree.
• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a medical laboratory scientist or international medical laboratory scientist.
• Louisiana license as a clinical laboratory scientist.

Responsibilities

• Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures.
• Performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results.
• Calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient related information.
• Adheres to safety guidelines, regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related degree

Tools

ASCP Certification

Louisiana license as a clinical laboratory scientist

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease; performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results; calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations; performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of patient related information.

Medical Technologists

Job Duties

• Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures
• Performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease
• Performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results
• Calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations
• Performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate
• Maintains confidentiality of patient related information
• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames
• Performs, analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting making judgments concerning results, and takes appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision
• Escalates appropriately when results are out of control and ensures adequate documentation of corrective action
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards
• Follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements and follows protocol for proficiency testing of samples
• Participates in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data and supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Other related duties as required

Employer

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana

Geographic area of employment

Monroe, LA

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related degree

Other Requirements

Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a medical laboratory scientist or international medical laboratory scientist. Louisiana license as a clinical laboratory scientist.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.