Evening Lab Assistant: Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform a range of lab duties, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, and patient testing in a hospital-based setting. The role supports quality control and LIS operations with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a current LA Laboratory Assistant license or trainee status with the 180-day validity window. Preferred phlebotomy training and hospital experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; phlebotomy training preferred.
• Current License as a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Assistant Trainee in Louisiana; Trainee license valid for first 180 days from hire date.
• Experience in a controlled environment with safety procedures; hospital-based phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Strong data entry, math skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders.
• Performs patient testing and specimen setup.
• Performs and documents quality control; meets all educational requirements.
• Orders, inventories and stocks supplies.
• Adapts communication and approach to the patient population, respecting privacy.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Judgment

Self-directed

Reading & math

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to perform a range of lab duties, including phlebotomy, specimen processing, and patient testing in a hospital-based setting. The role supports quality control and LIS operations with emphasis on safety and accuracy.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a current LA Laboratory Assistant license or trainee status with the 180-day validity window. Preferred phlebotomy training and hospital experience.