Lab Assistant - Early Morning Shift with Training & CEUs

Willis Knighton Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Knighton Health is seeking a highly organized lab assistant to support routine and non-routine laboratory activities, including specimen preparation and reporting of results. The role requires independence and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning processing, tracking, and communicating findings within a busy lab environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to policies, safety, and accuracy, with training provided during orientation and ongoing CEU opportunities to maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer experience and basic knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Must meet department physical requirements.
• Must work in a noisy, chemically hazardous and biohazardous environment, practicing safety.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers and co-workers.
• Must reflect good judgement when resolving problems.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining production and quality.
• Louisiana State Lab Assistant License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens from inpatient and outpatient areas and deliver to designated core laboratory areas.
• Send and track referred specimens using site batches, worksheets and outstanding specimen reports.
• Proper use of LIS order entry, specimen receipt, report lookup, report printing, and other computer functions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

LIS order entry

Job description

Willis Knighton Health is seeking a highly organized lab assistant to support routine and non-routine laboratory activities, including specimen preparation and reporting of results. The role requires independence and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning processing, tracking, and communicating findings within a busy lab environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to policies, safety, and accuracy, with training provided during orientation and ongoing CEU opportunities to maintain