Certified Lab Assistant & Data Entry Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA seeks a part-time Laboratory Assistant to accurately evaluate specimen orders, enter clinical data into computer systems, and maintain equipment per SOPs. This role will document processing logs and QC, label reagents, and manage supplies while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The position follows a 5-day, 8-hour weekly schedule. The successful candidate will support specimen processing, waste disposal, and ongoing quality assurance within a clinical

Qualifications

• Associate of Science Degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge in microbiology, immunology or molecular biology and biochemistry as related to infectious diseases required.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Accurately document information as required, including processing logs, quality control, and labeling of reagents.
• Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains laboratory equipment and glassware.
• Maintains and distributes laboratory supplies.
• Packages laboratory biohazard waste for disposal following established standards and practices.
• Maintains laboratory coat supply.
• Orders, receives, stocks, ships and tracks laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly or scheduling equipment repair or replacement.
• Tracks equipment calibrations and preventative maintenance.
• Maintains inventory of all consumables and reagents.
• Assists in arranging the disposal of biohazard and chemical waste.
• Assists with the enforcement of all laboratory policies and procedures.
• Assists in enforcing safety around PPEs (personal protective equipment’s).
• Follows established protocols for safety, infection control, security, compliance, and the use of hazardous materials.

Education

Associate of Science Degree preferred

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Shreveport, LA seeks a part-time Laboratory Assistant to accurately evaluate specimen orders, enter clinical data into computer systems, and maintain equipment per SOPs. This role will document processing logs and QC, label reagents, and manage supplies while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The position follows a 5-day, 8-hour weekly schedule. The successful candidate will support specimen processing, waste disposal, and ongoing quality assurance within a clinical