Lab Assistant - Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy role to perform essential lab duties, including specimen collection, processing, and testing setup. The position requires compliance with safety protocols, QA/QC, and regulatory guidelines.

A Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license is required or must be obtained within 180 days of hire. Preferred candidates have formal phlebotomy training and the ability to work in a controlled environment with strong data entry and communication

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal phlebotomy training preferred.
• Current Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license required; trainee license valid for first 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders and handles specimen receiving.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal/written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-directed

Math calculations

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal Phlebotomy Training

Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy role to perform essential lab duties, including specimen collection, processing, and testing setup. The position requires compliance with safety protocols, QA/QC, and regulatory guidelines.

A Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license is required or must be obtained within 180 days of hire. Preferred candidates have formal phlebotomy training and the ability to work in a controlled environment with strong data entry and communication