Medical Technologist, ASCP - Blood Bank

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Fit! program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking a Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Technologist to join our clinical laboratory team in Baton Rouge, LA. The role involves performing routine and specialized tests on patient specimens, interpreting data, and maintaining equipment.

Applicants must hold a Louisiana licensure as Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT). We offer comprehensive benefits and professional development within a community-focused healthcare

Qualifications

• Must have LA Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MT) license or LA Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license.
• Ability to learn and perform routine and special clinical laboratory tests.
• Strong data interpretation and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and special clinical lab tests on patient specimens.
• Interpret and report laboratory results with accuracy.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and perform quality control.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and staff.
• Participate in continuing education and departmental meetings.

Skills

Self-motivated

Fast-paced environment

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Judgment in applying procedures

Education

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MT) license (LA)

Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license (LA)

Job description

_Be the science behind healing—join us as a Medical Technologist or a Medical Lab Technologist and make a difference!_

What We're Looking For

• Self-motivated with a desire to learn


• Excel in fast-paced environments


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail


• Must have the ability to exercise judgment in applying practices, procedures, and techniques to resolve clearly defined work-related issues.


• Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MT) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners required.

OR

• Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners required.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Baton Rouge General our patients aren't the only people we take care of, we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.


• Professional development & support.


• Various employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program.


• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state.


• Check out our employee perks here!

What You Will Do

Performs routine and special clinical laboratory tests on patient specimens, correlates and interprets data based on knowledge of techniques, principles and instruments. Investigates problems, performs corrective and preventative maintenance of equipment, prepares reagents, instructs students and new employees, and performs data entry and interpretation of test results.

• Performs various laboratory diagnostic tests on patient specimens.


• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the operation and principles of departmental instrumentation.


• Accurately interprets and reports laboratory test results.


• Communicates effectively with physicians, nursing staff, co-workers and other organizational staff.


• Observes and follows established departmental environment of care and safety protocols and practices.


• Attends departmental, organizational and continuing education meetings.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical – what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds between three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end of life support through hospice. With clinics located throughout Baton Rouge and the surrounding areas, our physician group provides patients with comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties, including internal and family medicine and specialty care.

Requirements

• Current Clinical Laboratory Scientist (MT) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners required.

OR

• Clinical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license issued by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners required.