Medical Technologist I: Lab Specialist (Microbiology)

FMOLHS Career Portal; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOLHS Career Portal is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests across areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or the blood bank. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and collaboration with physicians and laboratory staff to support patient care.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, one year NAACLS MT/CLS training, and Louisiana CLS licensure (CLS-G or CLS-S) with applicable registry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MT/CLS program training preferred.
• One year NAACLS-approved MT/CLS program training.
• Louisiana licensure as CLS-G or CLS-S with registry.

Responsibilities

• Maintains productivity with accuracy in a variety of tests and specimen analyses.
• Adapts to changes and unusual circumstances while promoting teamwork.
• Assists in care and maintenance of laboratory space and equipment.
• Plans and prioritizes duties to meet laboratory needs and reduce waste.
• Performs quality control, instrument checks, and accurate recordkeeping.
• Combines ethics with technical skills in policy-compliant decisions.
• Follows safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
• Delivers professional patient care and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Establishes cooperative relationships with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

NAACLS MT/CLS training

Louisiana CLS licensure (CLS-G/CLS-S)

Job description

FMOLHS Career Portal is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests across areas such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or the blood bank. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and collaboration with physicians and laboratory staff to support patient care.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, one year NAACLS MT/CLS training, and Louisiana CLS licensure (CLS-G or CLS-S) with applicable registry.