Ochsner Health

Lab Assistant – FT

Ochsner Health
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeCovington • Louisiana • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in phlebotomy, specimen collection, and laboratory procedures while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Capable of effective communication and problem-solving in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
PhlebotomyLaboratory ProceduresLaboratory Assistant LicenseQuality ControlSpecimen Processing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection
  • Receive and process specimens into the LIS
  • Centrifuge, aliquot, label, and distribute specimens to appropriate test sites
  • Perform waived and moderately complex laboratory procedures
  • Maintain and monitor equipment
  • Perform and document quality control
  • Process orders
  • Perform patient testing and specimen setup
  • Order, inventory, and stock supplies
  • Adapt communication and procedures to the specific patient population
  • Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Report known or suspected unethical, questionable, safety, privacy, or compliance-related concerns

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working in a controlled environment, following safety measures to minimize exposure to chemicals, body fluids, blood borne pathogens, etc.
  • Current License as a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Assistant Trainee in the state of practice
  • Louisiana License as a Laboratory Assistant must be acquired and submitted to laboratory management within 180 days of hire if hired as a Laboratory Assistant Trainee
  • Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software, and keyboard
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Analytical skills to operate laboratory computers, printers, and laboratory equipment
  • Judgment skills to identify and solve problems and handle difficult situations
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to read and perform basic math calculations
  • Ability to manage stress and maintain a professional atmosphere
  • Ability to work in a medium to heavy activity environment
  • Ability to transport items up to 30 lbs.
  • Ability to bend, reach, and/or stoop
  • Mental and visual acuity and ability to discern colors
  • Ability to work with exposure to blood, body fluid, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
  • Accessibility support and application accommodations

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Hard Skills
Specimen CollectionCentrifuge OperationData EntryBasic Math CalculationsLaboratory Equipment OperationQuality Control DocumentationInventory ManagementPatient TestingRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsJudgment SkillsStress ManagementAbility to Work Independently
Tools & Technologies
Laboratory Information System (LIS)Windows-Style ApplicationsRole-Specific Software
Certifications & Qualifications
Laboratory Assistant LicenseLaboratory Assistant Trainee License
Industry Keywords
Federal RegulationsState RegulationsAccreditation StandardsBlood Borne PathogensHazardous Waste