Laboratory Support Technician – Specimen Processing

100 LCMC Health

Kenner (LA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 54,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

LCMC Health is hiring a Laboratory Assistant to support medical technologists in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will collect, label, process, and transport specimens, ensure proper documentation in the LIS, and assist with routine laboratory testing.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent (or 1 year related experience) and American Heart Association BLS certification. Duties include clerical tasks, inventory checks, and adherence to confidentiality and safety

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or 1 year of related experience required.
American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Assist medical technologists and lab staff with setup and staining procedures.
Label, process, and distribute specimens per department standards.
Set up lab testing for technologists to read and perform lab testing.
Notify and document specimen receipt and match with orders in LIS.
Monitor supplies, reagents, and expiration dates; replenish as needed.
Provide clerical duties and retrieve lab results; fax to the office as appropriate.
Scan documents into the hospital information system and ensure proper filing.