Lab Technician: Phlebotomy & Specimen Care

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the department with specimen collection, processing, and basic testing. You will handle quality control, prepare specimens for LIS entry, and assist with supplies and inventory in a controlled environment.

Required is a high school diploma; a Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license must be pursued within 180 days of hire. Preferred is formal phlebotomy training and strong data-entry skills for accurate results.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Louisiana license as a Laboratory Assistant to be acquired within 180 days.
• Preferred phlebotomy training or certification to support specimen collection and processing.
• Must be able to operate in a controlled environment and follow safety measures.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen collection and processing.
• Process orders and prepare specimens for LIS input.
• Conduct patient testing, prepare test setups, and document quality control.
• Order and stock supplies; manage inventories.
• Adapt interactions to diverse patient populations while maintaining privacy.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-directed

Reading & basic math

Stress management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training (preferred)

Tools

Laboratory software

Laboratory equipment familiarity

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans, LA seeks a Laboratory Assistant to support the department with specimen collection, processing, and basic testing. You will handle quality control, prepare specimens for LIS entry, and assist with supplies and inventory in a controlled environment.

Required is a high school diploma; a Louisiana Laboratory Assistant license must be pursued within 180 days of hire. Preferred is formal phlebotomy training and strong data-entry skills for accurate results.