Medical Lab Technician: Precision Diagnostics & QC

Ochsner Health; Crowley (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform specimen testing, quality control, and data entry under general supervision. You will calibrate and maintain equipment, follow protocols, and document results with accuracy and attention to detail.

This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, patient privacy, and teamwork with clinicians to ensure timely, reliable test outcomes that support patient care across the health system.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or College Diploma in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• Military MLT certificate acceptable.
• Copy of Transcript required.
• Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience preferred.
• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license or eligibility within 180 days of hire.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire; Certification Maintenance Program compliance if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen testing.
• Ensures quality performance.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines.
• Maintains competency.
• Adapts to patient population and privacy requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform specimen testing, quality control, and data entry under general supervision. You will calibrate and maintain equipment, follow protocols, and document results with accuracy and attention to detail.

This role emphasizes regulatory compliance, patient privacy, and teamwork with clinicians to ensure timely, reliable test outcomes that support patient care across the health system.