Medical Laboratory Scientist — Impactful Diagnostics & QC

Ochsner Health System; Saint Bernard (LA); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a qualified Medical Lab Scientist/Technologist to perform and interpret routine and specialized laboratory tests with accuracy and speed. You will monitor quality control and instrument maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, state licensure as MLS/MT or eligibility, and certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or related field.
• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license in the state of practice (or Generalist Trainee permit / Lab Assistant license) and must obtain full license within 90 days of hire.
• ASCP, AMT or AAB generalist certification as MLS/MT must be obtained within 90 days of hire; exceptions for certain designated facilities.

Aufgaben

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently within established time frames.
• Performs, analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting with appropriate corrective actions.
• Adheres to regulatory guidelines and accreditation standards; ensures safety and compliance.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives by data collection and analysis; supports cost reduction and inventory management.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and demonstrates professional communication across care teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.

Kenntnisse

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgement and conflict resolution

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in medical technology or related science

Jobbeschreibung

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a qualified Medical Lab Scientist/Technologist to perform and interpret routine and specialized laboratory tests with accuracy and speed. You will monitor quality control and instrument maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology or related field, state licensure as MLS/MT or eligibility, and certification within 90 days of hire.