Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a Lab Assistant for its Transfusion Services department in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role involves performing laboratory functions such as specimen collection, processing, and quality control, requiring a high school diploma and phlebotomy training or experience
Job Summary
Performs various laboratory functions including phlebotomy, specimen receiving, processing, centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling, and distribution.
Conducts waived and moderately complex procedures, maintains equipment, and performs quality control.
Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, computer skills, and effective communication abilities.
Matching Summary
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Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana is seeking a Lab Assistant for its Transfusion Services department in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role involves performing laboratory functions such as specimen collection, processing, and quality control, requiring a high school diploma and phlebotomy training or experience.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Specimen collection and processing
Waived and moderately complex procedures
Quality control monitoring
Computer skills for data entry and retrieval
Windows-style applications proficiency
Nice-to-have
Adaptability to patient populations
Stress management skills
Ability to work independently
Key Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
Formal phlebotomy training preferred
1 year hospital based phlebotomy experience preferred
Current License as a Laboratory Assistant or Trainee
Louisiana License as a Laboratory Assistant within 180 days