Lab & Phlebotomy Assistant — Patient Care

ochsner; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy support role to perform specimen collection, processing, and basic testing in a controlled hospital environment. The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and accurate data entry in a fast-paced lab setting.

Required is a high school diploma with preferred formal phlebotomy training. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, independence, and attention to safety while maintaining patient privacy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Formal phlebotomy training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders.
• Performs patient testing and specimen set up.
• Performs and documents quality control.
• Orders, inventories and stocks supplies.
• Adapts communication and service to patient population.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Windows

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Judgment

Self-direction

Math proficiency

Stress management

Education

High School diploma

Phlebotomy training (preferred)

Tools

LIS

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy support role to perform specimen collection, processing, and basic testing in a controlled hospital environment. The role emphasizes safety, quality control, and accurate data entry in a fast-paced lab setting.

Required is a high school diploma with preferred formal phlebotomy training. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, independence, and attention to safety while maintaining patient privacy.