Medical Laboratory Scientist: Impactful Diagnostics & Care

Ochsner Health System; Hahnville (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Laboratory professional to receive, prepare and analyze specimens, performing routine and specialized tests to support patient diagnosis and treatment. You will perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and data entry while ensuring confidentiality and safety protocols.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's in medical technology or related science and obtain licensure/certification within designated timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science.
• ASCP, AMT or AAB generalist certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire (or trainee/assistant license with license within 90 days).
• Must have computer skills and be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Responsibilities

• Receives, prepares specimens according to protocols; performs tests and calculations for diagnosis and treatment data.
• Performs quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting; calibrates and monitors equipment.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and adheres to safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Participates in performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives by managing supplies and inventory.
• Ensures accurate documentation and compliance with accrediting standards.
• Performs duties as assigned and maintains professional conduct.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Verbal & written communication

Analytical skills

Judgement

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in medical technology / medical laboratory science

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks a Laboratory professional to receive, prepare and analyze specimens, performing routine and specialized tests to support patient diagnosis and treatment. You will perform quality control, instrument maintenance, and data entry while ensuring confidentiality and safety protocols.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's in medical technology or related science and obtain licensure/certification within designated timelines.