? [Only 24h Left] Medical Lab Technician (MLT)-PRN Position Available In Lauderdale, Mississippi

Job Description:

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 thededicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether youwork with patients every day or support those who do, you aremaking a difference and that matters. Come make a difference atOchsner Health and discover your future today! This job receivesand prepares specimens according to standard protocols andprocedures; performs analytical laboratory tests and calculationsaccording to section requirements and protocols; performs qualitycontrol procedures required for test performance; calibrates,maintains and monitors laboratory equipment; works under generalsupervision; position minimally requires telephone access to aMedical Technologist when troubleshooting problems; performsphlebotomy procedures as appropriate; and maintains confidentialityof patient related information. To perform this job successfully,an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative ofthe knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential duties. This job descriptionis a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the joband position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive orall-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents aresubject to change at the company’s discretion. Education Required

• Associates Degree in medical technology, medical laboratoryscience, clinical laboratory science, or chemical, physical orbiological science.
• OR•military MLT certificate.

Copy ofTranscript. Work Experience Required

• None. Preferred
• Hospitalor Clinical Laboratory Testing experience. Certifications Required
• Current license in the state of practice (if applicable).Required
• ASCP, AMT, or AAB certification as Medical LabTechnician. Any incumbents certified by ASCP on or after January 1,2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP’sCertification Maintenance Program. Knowledge Skills and Abilities(KSAs)
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for dataentry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and writtencommunication skills and the ability to present information clearlyand professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-styleapplications, various software packages specific to role andkeyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Job Duties
• Performsspecimen testing.
• Ensures quality performance.
• Adheres toregulatory compliance guidelines.
• Maintains competency.
• Adaptsbehavior to the specific patient population, including but notlimited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to thepatient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to beperformed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Otherrelated duties as required.

The above statements describe thegeneral nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustivelist of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Otherduties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws,accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements thatapply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliancewith all such laws, regulations and standards. This employermaintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program andStandards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of anyknown or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct;patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or othercompliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal OpportunityEmployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteranstatus, or disability status. Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions. Light Work

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of forceoccasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or anegligible amount of force constantly (

Constantly:

activity orcondition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physicaldemand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Eventhough the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a jobshould be rated

Light Work:

(1) when it requires walking orstanding to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sittingmost of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or legcontrols; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a productionrate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling ofmaterials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.

NOTE:

The constant stress and strain of maintaining a productionrate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and isphysically demanding of a worker even though the amount of forceexerted is negligible. Duties performed routinely require exposureto blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patientcare area; works in an area where patients enter; works directlywith patients; and/or works with specimens that could containcommunicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk forexposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent workswithin a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk forexposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within theenvironment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation,dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal ofcontaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increasedepending on the essential job duties of the role. Please click thebelow link to view Ochsner Rush’s delineated job descriptions basedon daily duties. Once you click on the link, you will have torequest permission before being able to view the site. Please note,this could take up to 24 hours for access to be granted. RUSH HR

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com) Are you ready to make a difference? ApplyToday! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicantuntil they have formally applied to the open position on thiscareers website. Individuals who reside in and will work from thefollowing areas are not eligible for remote work position:

Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, NewJersey, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C. Ochsner Healthendeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you wouldlike to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, orif you need an accommodation to complete the application process,please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748(select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact informationis for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquireabout the status of applications. Ochsner is an equal opportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to any legally protected class, includingprotected veterans and individuals with disabilities.