Medical Technologist; MT​/MLT​/MLS - St. Tammany West - PRN

Overview

We ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.

Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

• Receives and prepares specimens according to standard protocols and procedures; performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs quality control procedures and evaluates test performance and results; calibrates, maintains and monitors equipment used in analytical determinations.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures as appropriate; maintains confidentiality of patient related information.
• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently within established time frames.
• Performs, analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting; makes judgments concerning results and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision; escalates when results are out of control and documents corrective action.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories by reviewing current checklists/standards; follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements and proficiency testing protocols.
• Participates in performance improvement opportunities by assisting in data collection and analysis; supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, intro and communication style when explaining services or procedures; requests permissions accordingly.
• Other related duties as required.

Education

Required - Bachelor s degree

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current license or temporary license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Specialist in the state of practice; meet CLIA and CAP requirements for testing personnel relative to scope of duties; ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist; any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must complete ASCP Certification Maintenance Program requirements.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrates good judgement in performing duties and conflict resolution;
• Good interpersonal skills.

• Performs, develops and interprets routine and/or specialized laboratory testing independently without error, within established time frames.
• Performs, analyzes and records quality control and instrument maintenance/troubleshooting; makes judgments concerning results and takes appropriate action to maintain accuracy and precision; escalates when results are out of control and documents corrective action.
• Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines and maintains awareness of accreditation standards for laboratories; follows safety guidelines, OIG compliance requirements and proficiency testing protocols.
• Participates in performance improvement opportunities by collecting and analyzing data; supports business development and cost reduction initiatives by managing supply and reagent inventory.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy considerations and communication style when introducing services or procedures.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work; they are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities,…