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Clinical/Medical Laboratory Scientist

Ochsner Health System

Baton Rouge, LA
17 days ago

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, where you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating diseases through laboratory testing. You will perform quality control procedures and ensure the accuracy of test results, contributing to the health and well-being of patients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols
  • Performs laboratory tests and calculations for diagnosis and treatment
  • Conducts quality control procedures and evaluates test performance
  • Calibrates, maintains, and monitors laboratory equipment
  • Performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information
  • Adheres to regulatory compliance and safety guidelines
  • Participates in performance improvement and data analysis

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical or biological science
  • Current license in the state of practice (if applicable)
  • ASCP, AMT or AAB certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist