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Lab Professionals

Medical Lab Technician, Medical Technologist

Performs laboratory tests and calculations to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Activities:

  • Performs specimen testing
  • Adheres to regulatory compliance guidelines
  • Performs, develops and interprets laboratory testing
  • Ensures quality control and instrument maintenance
  • Evaluates performance improvement

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What You'll Need

Education: High school diploma plus degree from an accredited program; Current license as Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Technician in the state of practice; Meets CLIA and CAP requirements relative to scope of duties. ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician

Knowledge: English language, Microsoft Office

Skills: Excellent verbal & written communication skills, computer skills, multi-tasking skills

Abilities: Work Independently and collaboratively as a team member, collaborates with care team, maintains patient confidentiality

How You’ll Get There
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    Ochsner Learning Institute (OLI) Courses Microsoft Office, Effective Team Communication, Time (Priority) Management Part 1 & 2, Communicating for Results Learn more

    Tuition Assistance Full-time: $3,000 | Part-time: $2,000 Learn More

    Ochsner Resource Groups Women Empowering Women (WoW), African Americans Building & Leading Equality (ABLE), PRIDE, Young Professionals Association, Hispanics at Ochsner Leading and Advocating (HOLA), Vet Force 1

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