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Lab Assistant - Microbiology

Ochsner Health System

New Orleans, LA
1 day ago

Job Description

Join Ochsner Health as a Lab Assistant in Microbiology, where you'll perform vital lab functions including specimen collection and testing. Work in a dynamic environment, contributing to patient care and quality control while adhering to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performs specimen collection
  • Processes orders
  • Performs patient testing and specimen set up
  • Performs and documents quality control
  • Orders, inventories and stocks supplies
  • Adapts behavior to specific patient populations
  • Other related duties as required

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working in a controlled environment, following safety measures
  • Current License as a Laboratory Assistant or Laboratory Assistant Trainee

Preferred Qualifications

  • Formal phlebotomy training
  • 1 year hospital based phlebotomy experience