Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Labcorp•Alexandria, LA
About The Position
Labcorp is seeking a Medical Technologist to join its team at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Centers, supporting locations in Natchitoches, Alexandria, Minden, and Shreveport, Louisiana. This PRN floater position is scheduled for 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The technologist performs laboratory testing and related quality, maintenance, specimen-processing, and safety activities to support accurate and timely patient care.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a chemical or biological science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology.
- Louisiana State Medical Technologist License.
- Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
- Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of clinical laboratory testing experience.
- ASCP or AMT certification.
- Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.
Responsibilities
- Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
- Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with specimen processing when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Benefits
- Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), subject to eligibility.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
