Flow Cytometry Specialist — Medical Laboratory Scientist

Ochsner Health System; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System seeks a highly qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the on-site lab team. The role involves performing and interpreting routine and specialized tests, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment to support accurate patient diagnoses.

The incumbent will collaborate across departments, adhere to strict regulatory standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication across teams and patients.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Good judgement and conflict resolution in a clinical setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration within the care team.

Responsibilities

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized lab testing within established time frames.
• Conducts quality control and instrument maintenance, documenting actions and corrective steps.
• Adheres to regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards for laboratories.
• Participates in performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives through data analysis.
• Adapts communication and approach to diverse patient populations and scenarios.
• Performs additional related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Analytical thinking

Judgement & problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology / MLS / clinical lab science

Job description

Ochsner Health System seeks a highly qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to join the on-site lab team. The role involves performing and interpreting routine and specialized tests, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment to support accurate patient diagnoses.

The incumbent will collaborate across departments, adhere to strict regulatory standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.