Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist - Transfusion Services - Kings Hwy - PRN

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and advanced testing and ensure accuracy within required timeframes.

The role requires proficiency in quality control, instrument maintenance, regulatory compliance, and safe laboratory operations. A Bachelors in a relevant field and applicable certifications are required, with opportunities to advance in a dynamic academic medical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Current state license (if applicable) and applicable professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret routine and specialized laboratory tests independently within established time frames.
• Analyze quality control data and maintain instrument performance with appropriate action for accuracy and precision.
• Escalate when QC results are out of control and document corrective actions.
• Adhere to regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards in the laboratory.
• Follow safety guidelines and compliance requirements, including proficiency testing protocols.
• Assist in data collection/analysis for performance improvement and support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Adapt communication style to patient population and obtain consent when required.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ensure proper documentation and equipment maintenance across facilities.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in medical laboratory science

Tools

ASCP/AMT/AAB certifications

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Perform, develop and interpret routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently, without error and within established time frames.
• Analyze and record quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting, making judgments concerning results and taking appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision.
• Escalate appropriately when results are out of control and ensure adequate documentation of corrective action.
• Adhere to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintain awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing current checklists/standards.
• Follow safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements, and protocol for proficiency testing of samples.
• Participate in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in collection and analysis of data and support business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, adapting explanation of services, requesting permissions and using appropriate communication style.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient related information.

Education, Experience, Certifications and KSAs

• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Work Experience Required: None.
• Certifications Required: Current state license (if applicable). ASCP, AMT or AAB generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist, or ASCP categorical or AAB individual discipline certification if working in an Academic Medical Center facility. ASCP license holders on or after January 1, 2004 must complete the ASCP Certification Maintenance Program.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient with computer data entry and retrieval of patient information; keyboard skills; effective verbal and written communication; ability to present information clearly and professionally; analytical and problem‑solving skills; good judgement; conflict resolution; interpersonal skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Heavy Work – exerts 50–100 pounds occasionally, 25–50 pounds frequently, 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects. The demands are in excess of sedentary work. Must lift, stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, stand and sit for prolonged periods, and travel between facilities. Must work flexible schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call). Exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue; risk of communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Must use mechanical lifting devices or team lifts as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Ochsner 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.