LCMC Health·Marrero, Louisiana
Perform venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages while ensuring accurate patient identification and specimen labeling. Manage phlebotomy inventory and deliver collected specimens to the appropriate laboratory sections.
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This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
• Communicates complaints or problems to department supervisor
Work shift: Variable Hours (United States of America)
LCMC Health is a community.
Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary
West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we’ve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center [https://www.lcmchealth.org/west-jefferson-medical-center/] and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction
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Deliver healthcare with heart.
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Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
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See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you - because we do
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LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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A high school diploma is required, and a phlebotomy certification is preferred. Candidates must hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Market context
Phlebotomist roles in Louisiana are often tied to steady patient testing needs across hospitals, clinics, and labs, so employers usually look for candidates who can work accurately and calmly with diverse patients. This role is competitive because the required mix of phlebotomy training or experience, current American Heart Association BLS certification, and strong specimen-handling skills can narrow the applicant pool. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your BLS status and highlight any direct blood-draw or lab support experience in your application.