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Laboratory Manager roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through the J-1 visa under the Research Scholar or Trainee program category, depending on your career stage. Host institutions issue a DS-2019 through a State Department-designated sponsor organization to formalize your sponsorship before you can begin work.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for clerical functions which support the department and at some locations, will maintain the overall cleanliness of the lab areas including appropriate quality control functions and equipment monitoring. Performs routine operational procedures following detailed instructions in accordance with established protocols.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Education
- Required - High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Preferred - Currently enrolled in an Accredited Clinical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician Program.
Work Experience
- Required - less than 1 year experience in a medical office, office, or customer service setting
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Basic skills such as reading, writing, spelling, and math to complete daily paper work, write or fill out reports.
- Working knowledge to efficiently use copy machine, calculator, computer and printer operations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates versatility and cooperation.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Job Duties
- Provides client services support through assisting internal and external doctors, nurses, labs, etc. to facilitate the delivery of patient laboratory results using EPIC and the Laboratory computer system, SOFT.
- Communicates issues regarding delays of tests results within the Laboratory to the House Coordinator and Emergency Department.
- Facilitates communication between labs and different departments within all Hospitals.
- Enters outside Home Health agency orders into Epic to ensure proper billing.
- Acts as the call center for the lab ensuring the proper transfer of calls as to not impede laboratory staff from their core duties.
- Receives laboratory supply orders for clinics, hospitals and external clients, and fills and distributes via lab courier.
- Discards outdated specimens following established guidelines.
- Monitors and cleans equipment and performs appropriate quality control functions on glassware, checks pH levels and general surface cleaning.
- Performs water checks for detergent residue and autoclaves spore checks adhering to laboratory policy.
- Counts inventory weekly and checks expiration date according to proper procedure.
- Appropriately discard biohazard waste daily.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties 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 that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if 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 information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
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!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This job is responsible for clerical functions which support the department and at some locations, will maintain the overall cleanliness of the lab areas including appropriate quality control functions and equipment monitoring. Performs routine operational procedures following detailed instructions in accordance with established protocols.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
Education
- Required - High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Preferred - Currently enrolled in an Accredited Clinical Lab Scientist or Medical Lab Technician Program.
Work Experience
- Required - less than 1 year experience in a medical office, office, or customer service setting
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Basic skills such as reading, writing, spelling, and math to complete daily paper work, write or fill out reports.
- Working knowledge to efficiently use copy machine, calculator, computer and printer operations.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates versatility and cooperation.
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Job Duties
- Provides client services support through assisting internal and external doctors, nurses, labs, etc. to facilitate the delivery of patient laboratory results using EPIC and the Laboratory computer system, SOFT.
- Communicates issues regarding delays of tests results within the Laboratory to the House Coordinator and Emergency Department.
- Facilitates communication between labs and different departments within all Hospitals.
- Enters outside Home Health agency orders into Epic to ensure proper billing.
- Acts as the call center for the lab ensuring the proper transfer of calls as to not impede laboratory staff from their core duties.
- Receives laboratory supply orders for clinics, hospitals and external clients, and fills and distributes via lab courier.
- Discards outdated specimens following established guidelines.
- Monitors and cleans equipment and performs appropriate quality control functions on glassware, checks pH levels and general surface cleaning.
- Performs water checks for detergent residue and autoclaves spore checks adhering to laboratory policy.
- Counts inventory weekly and checks expiration date according to proper procedure.
- Appropriately discard biohazard waste daily.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties 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 that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.
Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!
Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if 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 information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Laboratory Manager
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Compile documentation showing your laboratory specialization, degree field, and any certifications like biosafety or ISO quality management. Sponsor organizations review these closely when assessing whether your background justifies the Research Scholar or Trainee category.
Distinguish Research Scholar from Trainee eligibility
Research Scholar status suits post-doctoral or senior lab professionals conducting research at universities or institutes. Trainee status fits early-career managers building skills not available at home. Misidentifying your category can delay your DS-2019 issuance by weeks.
Search for J-1 host institutions on Migrate Mate
Filter by Laboratory Manager roles at universities, federal research institutes, and hospital systems using Migrate Mate. These host employers commonly partner with designated sponsor organizations, making J-1 placement far more feasible than at commercial labs.
Verify the host employer holds a sponsor organization agreement
Before accepting an offer, confirm the hiring institution has an active relationship with a State Department-designated sponsor like IIE or Cultural Vistas. Without that agreement in place, the sponsor cannot issue your DS-2019 even if the job is confirmed.
Build your training plan around measurable lab objectives
Your sponsor organization requires a detailed training plan tied to specific laboratory competencies, equipment, and timelines. Vague objectives like 'gain research experience' are rejected. Name the techniques, instruments, and safety protocols you'll master and when.
Check for the two-year home residency requirement early
Laboratory Manager roles at government-funded research institutions often trigger the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Confirm your exchange program's funding source with your sponsor before signing an offer, since this requirement affects future visa changes.
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Find Laboratory Manager JobsLaboratory Manager J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Laboratory Manager roles?
Most Laboratory Manager positions fall under the Research Scholar category if you're conducting independent research at a university or research institute, or the Trainee category if you're an early-career professional developing skills unavailable in your home country. The key distinction is whether your role is research-focused or skills-development-focused. Your State Department-designated sponsor organization makes the final determination based on your qualifications and program objectives.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Laboratory Manager?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, Cultural Vistas, or a university's international programs office, not the laboratory or hospital hiring you. The hiring institution is your host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your compliance, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your program.
How do I find U.S. laboratory employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Use Migrate Mate to search Laboratory Manager roles at research universities, federal agencies, and academic medical centers, since these institutions most commonly maintain active relationships with designated J-1 sponsor organizations. Commercial laboratories and private industry employers rarely have the infrastructure to support J-1 placement, so targeting academic and government-affiliated host employers significantly improves your chances of a successful sponsorship arrangement.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Laboratory Manager positions?
It can. If your J-1 program is funded by your home government, a U.S. government agency, or involves specialized skills your home country needs, you may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Many research-focused Laboratory Manager roles at federally funded institutions trigger this requirement. Confirm your program's funding source with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since a waiver may be needed before you can change visa status.
What documentation does a Laboratory Manager need to complete the J-1 training plan?
Your designated sponsor requires a structured training plan that names the specific laboratory techniques, equipment, safety protocols, and competencies you'll develop, along with a week-by-week or phase-by-phase timeline. Generic descriptions are rejected. Include the instruments you'll operate, the regulatory frameworks you'll work within such as biosafety levels or CAP accreditation standards, and measurable outcomes for each phase. Your host employer's principal investigator or department head typically co-signs this document.
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