Night Shift Lab Assistant - Precise, Independent & Impactful

Willis-Knighton-Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Willis Knighton-Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a highly organized lab assistant for the overnight shift to support routine and non-routine lab activities.

The role involves processing specimens from inpatient and outpatient areas, delivering to core laboratories, and using LIS systems. A Louisiana State Lab Assistant License is preferred; a high school diploma is required. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Computer experience and basic medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Louisiana State Lab Assistant License preferred.
• Must meet department physical requirements.
• Must work in a noisy, hazardous environment while maintaining safety.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers and co-workers.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in problem situations.
• Ability to work well under stress while maintaining production and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens from inpatient and outpatient areas and deliver to core laboratory areas.
• Send and track referred specimens using site batches, worksheets and outstanding reports.
• Use LIS order entry, specimen receipt, report lookup and report printing functions.
• Attend hospital orientation and complete training program within first months.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure specimen integrity.

Skills

Organized

Efficient

Communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Tools

LIS order entry

Batch worksheets

Job description

Willis Knighton-Health in Shreveport, LA is seeking a highly organized lab assistant for the overnight shift to support routine and non-routine lab activities.

The role involves processing specimens from inpatient and outpatient areas, delivering to core laboratories, and using LIS systems. A Louisiana State Lab Assistant License is preferred; a high school diploma is required. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.