Lab Assistant - Microbiology, Day Shift, 7am To 3:30pm, Rotating Holiday And Weekends
Ochsner Health
Fully remote
Specimen receiving and processing
Perform waived and moderately complex procedures
Maintain and monitor equipment
This job performs various laboratory functions which support the department which may include phlebotomy; specimen receiving and processing into the LIS; centrifugation; aliquoting, labeling and distribution of specimens to the appropriate test sites
Job Summary
This job performs various laboratory functions which support the department which may include phlebotomy; specimen receiving and processing into the LIS; centrifugation; aliquoting, labeling and distribution of specimens to the appropriate test sites.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Matching Summary
This job performs various laboratory functions which support the department which may include phlebotomy; specimen receiving and processing into the LIS; centrifugation; aliquoting, labeling and distribution of specimens to the appropriate test sites.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Specimen receiving and processing
Perform waived and moderately complex procedures
Maintain and monitor equipment
Perform quality control
Computer skills for data entry and retrieval
Ability to discern colors
Nice-to-have
Adapt behavior to specific patient population
Manage stress effectively
Work independently
Key Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience in a controlled environment with safety measures
Current License as a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Assistant Trainee in the state of practice
Louisiana License as a Laboratory Assistant must be acquired within 180 days