Oncology Lab Assistant Phlebotomy & Specimen Prep

Astera Cancer Care; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana seeks a dedicated phlebotomist to perform routine and waived laboratory testing and specimen collection. You will collect specimens, verify orders, and ensure proper handling under physician direction and supervision to support patient care.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, phlebotomy training, and 1 year lab experience (oncology preferred); active LSBME licensure or pending status within 90 days is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a phlebotomy certification program preferred.
• 1 year experience in a lab preferred; oncology experience preferred.
• Active Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners Laboratory Assistant license, or pending with active status achieved within 90 days of hire date.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect specimens from patients and ensure quality control.
• Verify lab orders are available and patients are registered.
• Process specimens for internal and external processing.
• Manage the Lab area and maintain safety and documentation.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Specimen collection

Quality control

Documentation

Safety standards

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy certification program

LSBME Laboratory Assistant license (active or pending)

Job description

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana seeks a dedicated phlebotomist to perform routine and waived laboratory testing and specimen collection. You will collect specimens, verify orders, and ensure proper handling under physician direction and supervision to support patient care.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, phlebotomy training, and 1 year lab experience (oncology preferred); active LSBME licensure or pending status within 90 days is required.