Medical Laboratory Scientist – Precision Diagnostics & QC

Ochsner Health; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist to perform routine and specialized tests, ensure quality control, and support diagnostics.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology, licensure eligibility, and ASCP/AAB certification within deadlines, with strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving skills. Join a fast-paced clinical lab, contributing to patient care and laboratory accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical/physical/biological science.
• Strong data entry and computer skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing with accuracy and within time frames.
• Conduct quality control and instrument maintenance; document corrective actions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accreditation standards in the lab.
• Assist in performance improvement and inventory management for supplies and reagents.
• Adapt communication and service delivery to patient populations while maintaining privacy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's in medical technology or related field

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist to perform routine and specialized tests, ensure quality control, and support diagnostics.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology, licensure eligibility, and ASCP/AAB certification within deadlines, with strong data entry, communication, and problem-solving skills. Join a fast-paced clinical lab, contributing to patient care and laboratory accuracy.