Flow Cytometry Scientist - Medical Lab Excellence

Ochsner Health System Careers; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and timely results. The role involves quality control, instrument maintenance, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

The candidate will handle data entry, communicate findings to care teams, and contribute to inventory management while upholding patient privacy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science field.
• Current license in the state of practice, if applicable.
• ASCP/AMT/AAB certification requirements depending on facility.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine/specialized lab testing with accuracy within time frames.
• Monitors quality control and instrument maintenance; documents actions.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory standards and proficiency testing.
• Manages supply and reagent inventory to support operations.
• Communicates findings clearly to the patient care team.

Skills

Data entry proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and problem solving

Judgement and conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Current license in the state of practice (if applicable)

ASCP/AMT or AAB generalist certification or discipline cert. (for Academic Medical Center)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and specialized laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and timely results. The role involves quality control, instrument maintenance, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

The candidate will handle data entry, communicate findings to care teams, and contribute to inventory management while upholding patient privacy and safety standards.