Excellence in Laboratory Service & Patient Care

What We’re Looking For:

• Two years of phlebotomy experience required; specimen processing preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Effective communication and human relations skills.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.

• Professional development opportunities and ongoing support.

• Collaborative environment focused on quality and patient safety.

• Employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks

What You Will Do:

Perform phlebotomy, specimen processing, and pre-analytic laboratory operations to support accurate diagnostic testing while ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and exceptional service.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collects blood and specimens following departmental protocol; verifies patient identity and accurately labels specimens.

• Performs venipuncture or skin puncture and delivers specimens to the laboratory timely.

• Maintains clean, organized phlebotomy trays and properly disposes of contaminated materials.

• Accessions specimens in the Laboratory Information System and prepares samples for testing (centrifugation, send-outs, etc.).

• Communicates with ordering providers to clarify test orders.

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of phlebotomy principles, specimen integrity, anticoagulants, and blood components.

• Practices proper safety procedures, including aseptic technique, OSHA compliance, and biohazard handling.

• Uses proper PPE and follows BRGMC safety and infection control protocols.

• Ensures accurate patient identification for all collections and specimens.

• Maintains low recollection and contamination rates consistent with departmental benchmarks.

• Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and pre-analytic workflow support.

• Performs waived testing following QC requirements and documents results accurately.

• Provides excellent customer service, greeting patients professionally and ensuring specimen logs are accurate.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What Sets BRG Apart:

Baton Rouge General is committed to quality laboratory services that support accurate diagnosis and exceptional patient care. Our Clinical Lab Specialists play a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable specimen processing and a positive patient experience.

Join our team and help us deliver outstanding laboratory care every day!