Phlebotomy Lab Assistant — Specimen Processing

Ochsner Health (old); Pearl Acres (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Pearl Acres, LA, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician to support the department through phlebotomy, specimen processing into LIS, and routine QC. The role requires attention to detail and compliance with safety protocols.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing orders, testing setup, inventory management, and adapting communication to patients while maintaining privacy and quality service.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal phlebotomy training preferred.
• Current license as Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Assistant Trainee in the state.
• License must be acquired/submitted within 180 days from hire.
• 1 year hospital-based phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs specimen collection.
• Processes orders.
• Performs patient testing and specimen setup.
• Performs quality control and meets educational requirements.
• Orders, inventories and stocks supplies.
• Adapts behavior to the patient population, including privacy and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen handling

Quality control

Data entry

Windows applications

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Independence

Math calculations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal phlebotomy training

Tools

Laboratory information system (LIS)

Lab equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health in Pearl Acres, LA, is seeking a Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy Technician to support the department through phlebotomy, specimen processing into LIS, and routine QC. The role requires attention to detail and compliance with safety protocols.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing orders, testing setup, inventory management, and adapting communication to patients while maintaining privacy and quality service.