Phlebotomy & Specimen Processing Specialist - Flexible

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge is seeking a Phlebotomist to support patient care by performing phlebotomy, processing and receiving specimens, and distributing samples. The role requires attention to procedure details and accuracy in documenting results.

Responsibilities include performing clinical assignments, handling specimens, solving problems, and adapting approach to diverse patient populations while maintaining patient privacy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; phlebotomy course preferred.
• Must have computer skills and ability to perform data entry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for patient care.
• Knowledge of venipuncture procedures and specimen handling.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assignments.
• Supports departmental goals and objectives.
• Processes specimens.
• Resolves problems.
• Exhibits versatility and cooperation.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of service or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Windows applications

Verbal and written communication

Venipuncture procedures

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of phlebotomy course

Job description

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge is seeking a Phlebotomist to support patient care by performing phlebotomy, processing and receiving specimens, and distributing samples. The role requires attention to procedure details and accuracy in documenting results.

Responsibilities include performing clinical assignments, handling specimens, solving problems, and adapting approach to diverse patient populations while maintaining patient privacy and safety standards.