Hematology Lab Lead Medical Technologist

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special tests, coordinate new procedures, and resolve day-to-day lab issues. The role includes supervisory duties within the section, ensuring timely patient testing and adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field and at least four years of laboratory experience, with ASCP/AAB certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Required - Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science. Copy of Transcript.
• Required - 4 years experience (one year in the appropriate clinical lab section) under a qualified Director.
• Preferred - Advanced analytical skills to analyze complex data and troubleshoot equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates clinical competency in section.
• Performs routine and special lab procedures.
• Maintains regulatory compliance and performance improvement.
• Assists and consults with the laboratory supervisor/director.
• Maintains competency, meets goals and objectives.
• Adapts communication to patient population and privacy norms.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Laboratory data handling

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology / medical laboratory science / clinical laboratory science / chemical/physical/biological science

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and special tests, coordinate new procedures, and resolve day-to-day lab issues. The role includes supervisory duties within the section, ensuring timely patient testing and adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field and at least four years of laboratory experience, with ASCP/AAB certification preferred.