Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist (Medical Technologist)

Ochsner Health • Monroe, LA

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About The Position

The Clinical/Medical Lab Scientist receives and prepares specimens, performs laboratory tests and calculations, and provides data used to diagnose and treat disease. The role includes performing, developing, analyzing, and interpreting routine and specialized laboratory testing independently and within established time frames. The scientist also performs quality control and instrument maintenance, troubleshoots equipment, evaluates results, and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision. The role is based in Monroe, Louisiana, and includes work in a patient-care environment with direct patient contact and handling of specimens that may contain communicable diseases. Duties may also involve occupational exposure to hazardous medications or waste. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related degree.
• Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology as a medical laboratory scientist or international medical laboratory scientist.
• Louisiana license as a clinical laboratory scientist.

Responsibilities

• Receive and prepare specimens according to standard protocols and procedures.
• Perform laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Perform, develop, analyze, and interpret routine and specialized laboratory testing independently, accurately, and within established time frames.
• Perform quality control procedures and evaluate test performance and results.
• Record and analyze quality control and instrument maintenance; troubleshoot equipment and make judgments concerning results.
• Take appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision, escalate out-of-control results, and document corrective actions.
• Calibrate, maintain, and monitor equipment used in analytical determinations.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures as appropriate.
• Follow regulatory compliance guidelines and remain current with laboratory accreditation standards and checklists.
• Follow safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements, and protocols for proficiency testing of samples.
• Participate in performance improvement by assisting with data collection and analysis.
• Support business development and cost-reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• Adapt communication and care to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself, explaining procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient-related information.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient, employee, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time