Clinical Lab Assistant & Phlebotomy Technician

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health's West Jefferson Medical Center seeks a skilled phlebotomy/lab technician to ensure accurate specimen handling and processing. You will label, process, and distribute specimens according to department standards and perform routine laboratory testing under supervision.

The role requires phlebotomy using venipuncture, basic clerical duties, and LIS workflow. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with an Associate's degree preferred; BLS certification is required and licensure by

Qualifications

• 1 year of directly related experience required.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) healthcare provider certification required.
• Licensed by Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens maintaining positive specimen identification.
• Label, process and distribute specimens according to department standards.
• Perform laboratory testing as evidenced by competency.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures using venipuncture.
• Assist with clerical duties and data entry as assigned.
• Receive specimens into the LIS and operate pneumatic tube system.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Specimen handling

Clerical duties

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

LIS

Pneumatic tube system

Job description

LCMC Health's West Jefferson Medical Center seeks a skilled phlebotomy/lab technician to ensure accurate specimen handling and processing. You will label, process, and distribute specimens according to department standards and perform routine laboratory testing under supervision.

The role requires phlebotomy using venipuncture, basic clerical duties, and LIS workflow. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with an Associate's degree preferred; BLS certification is required and licensure by