Medical Lab Technician - New Grad - All Locations - NLA

Ochsner LSU Health System • Shreveport, LA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves receiving and preparing specimens according to standard protocols, performing analytical laboratory tests and calculations, and conducting quality control procedures. The technician will also calibrate, maintain, and monitor laboratory equipment. The position requires general supervision, with telephone access to a Medical Technologist for troubleshooting. Phlebotomy procedures may be performed as appropriate, and patient confidentiality must be maintained. This job description is a summary and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science, or military MLT certificate.
• Copy of Transcript.
• None required for work experience.
• Current license in the state of practice (if applicable).
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification as Medical Lab Technician.
• Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program.
• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital or Clinical Laboratory Testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen testing.
• Ensures quality performance.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines.
• Maintains competency.
• 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.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Maintains and complies with the Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree