Medical Technologist - Day Shift

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is looking for a Clinical Lab Scientist to perform laboratory tests, analyze results, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and have certifications or licenses as required.

This position entails heavy lifting and exposure to biohazards. Candidates will need strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with varying levels of staff throughout the patient care process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license or relevant permits required.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests and analyses independently.
• Perform quality control and maintain equipment.
• Adhere to compliance and safety guidelines.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or similar

Job description

Job Overview

This job receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease; performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results; calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations; performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate; and maintains confidentiality of patient‑related information.

Shift Hours

7a-7p, 7 on / 7 off

Education

• Required – Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or a chemical, physical, or biological science. Copy of transcript required.

Work Experience

• Required – None.

Certifications

• Current Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license in the state of practice (if applicable), OR Generalist Trainee permit or Lab Assistant license in the state of practice (if applicable) and must obtain Clinical Lab Scientist Generalist license within 90 days of hire.
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB generalist certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist must be obtained within 90 days of hire. ASCP categorical or AAB individual‑discipline certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist is required only if working in a designated Academic Medical Center facility. 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)

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficiency with Windows‑style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient‑care process.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment in performing duties and conflict resolution.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Job Duties

• Performs, develops, and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames.
• Performs, analyzes, and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting, making judgments concerning results and taking appropriate action necessary to maintain accuracy and precision; escalates appropriately when results are out of control and ensures adequate documentation of corrective action.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains an awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing the most current checklist/standards; follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements, and protocol for proficiency testing of samples.
• Participates in performance‑improvement opportunities by assisting in the collection and analysis of data and supports business‑development and cost‑reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• 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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Heavy work: Exerting 50–100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25–50 pounds frequently, or 10–20 pounds constantly to move objects; demands are in excess of those for medium work.
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue routinely; potential for communicable disease exposure in a patient‑care area.
• Potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste, including receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and disposal of contaminated waste.

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.