Evening Clinical Lab Technician

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Laboratory Assistant Trainee to join our busy lab team. The role covers specimen collection, processing, basic testing, and quality control within a fast-paced environment.

The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred phlebotomy training. A Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license is required within 180 days of hire. This position operates 1:30 pm–10 pm and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal phlebotomy training preferred.
• Experience with safety measures for chemicals, body fluids, and pathogens preferred.
• Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license must be acquired within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders.
• Performs patient testing and specimen setup.
• Performs and documents quality control.
• Orders, inventories and stocks supplies.
• Communicates effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license (required within 180 days)

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a Laboratory Assistant Trainee to join our busy lab team. The role covers specimen collection, processing, basic testing, and quality control within a fast-paced environment.

The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred phlebotomy training. A Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license is required within 180 days of hire. This position operates 1:30 pm–10 pm and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive, inclusive workplace.