Evening Lab Assistant – Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/ Trainee to perform a range of lab functions including phlebotomy, specimen receiving, processing into the LIS, and quality control. The role requires a high school diploma and preferred phlebotomy training, with responsibilities spanning specimen collection, testing, QC, and supply management.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, capable of data entry in lab systems, and able to work in a controlled environment with safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training preferred.
• Experience with safety measures in a controlled environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders.
• Performs patient testing and specimen setup.
• Performs and documents quality control.
• Orders, inventories and stocks supplies.
• Adapts to patient population and communicates effectively.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Self-directed

Reading and basic math

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training (preferred)

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/ Trainee to perform a range of lab functions including phlebotomy, specimen receiving, processing into the LIS, and quality control. The role requires a high school diploma and preferred phlebotomy training, with responsibilities spanning specimen collection, testing, QC, and supply management.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, capable of data entry in lab systems, and able to work in a controlled environment with safety practices.