Medical Laboratory Scientist Position Available In Caddo, Louisiana

Medical Laboratory Scientist Job Responsibilities:

Medical Technologists perform a full range of simple-to-complex patient testing and laboratory services that will provide specialized expertise in one or more of the following laboratory disciplines:
Microbiology, Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Serology, Chemistry and Point of Care Testing.

Specific Job Duties:

• Performing laboratory procedures, recognizing deviation from expected results by ensuring sample suitability and accuracy.
• Resolving inconsistencies and correcting problems using scientific principles.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensuring quality control and functionality of instruments.
• Preparing laboratory for inspection from regulatory agencies.
• Monitoring, maintaining, ordering and stocking laboratory supplies.
• Providing customer service to answer questions from patient providers regarding test processes, patient results, or sample collection techniques.

Laboratory Training/Continuing Education:

All employees are required to attend hospital orientation on the initial start date and then will proceed to the laboratory to undergo an extensive training program throughout all laboratory disciplines pertaining to the specific position. We provide a one-on-one approach to this process, which typically is completed within the first 3 to 4 months of hire.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field with one (1) year of clinical laboratory experience. Each applicant must have a valid Louisiana State License in Clinical Laboratory Science and certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathology), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), NCA (National Certification Agency) or equivalent.

Job Specific Information:

Generalist position w/primary responsibilities in Chemistry. However, employee will rotate throughout all areas of the laboratory. 6AM-2:30PM rotating weekends and holidays. Medical Laboratory Scientist Willis Knighton Health
Shreveport, LA
Full Time Published on 06/18/2025