Medical Laboratory Technician-FT

ochsner; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technician to perform specimen testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance. The role requires an Associate's Degree in medical technology or related field and a current MLS/MLT certification if applicable.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, data entry, and safeguarding patient privacy while delivering accurate test results in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Must have data entry and retrieval skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication required.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and related software.
• Strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows OS

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in medical technology

Military MLT certificate

Transcript copy

Tools

LIS software

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs analytical laboratory tests and calculations according to section requirements and protocols; performs quality control procedures required for test performance; calibrates, maintains and monitors laboratory equipment; works under general supervision; position minimally requires telephone access to a Medical Technologist when troubleshooting problems; performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of patient related information. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required - Associate's Degree/College Diploma in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science
• Required - OR - military MLT certificate.
• Required - Copy of Transcript.

Work Experience

• Preferred - Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience.

Certifications

• Required - Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license in the state of practice (if applicable) or within 180 days of hire.
• Required - ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification as Medical Lab Technician must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

• Performs specimen testing
• Ensures quality performance
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines
• Maintains competency
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires