Forensic Science Laboratory Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

About this Job The Mission of ELMHS is to provide mental health evaluation, treatment, habilitation, and consultation for adults. Programs include inpatient interventions, jail-based evaluations, supervised group home and residential programs, forensic evaluation, care, custody, and aftercare; intermediate and long-term psychiatric care are coordinated with the total system of care in Louisiana. ELMHS is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to join the team in the Medical Services Department as a Phlebotomist.

The selected candidate will perform comprehensive laboratory services for psychiatric patients, including collecting and processing diagnostic specimens, performing venipuncture and rapid laboratory testing, maintaining laboratory supplies and regulatory compliance, collaborating with clinical staff on testing procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to infection control standards. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience or training in nursing, phlebotomy, or as a medical lab assistant, medical lab technician, or in medical research that included drawing blood from patients; OR Certification or eligibility for certification as a Phlebotomist by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners; OR Six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in a biological science or chemical science field, or nursing. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: In this role, you will: Perform a variety of laboratory services for psychiatric patients who may be hostile and dangerous, increasing the risk of injury and/or exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Collect blood specimens on those difficult-to-draw patients, such as those with movement disorders and uncooperative patients requiring considerable explanation, discussion, and persuasion. Prepare and perform sterile venipuncture in keeping with standard protocol on patients to obtain blood for the requested analysis.

Prepare Laboratory specimens such as blood, urine, stool, and sputum for diagnostic evaluation. Perform rapid chemical tests and analyses of body fluids and other material related to clinical medicine. Confer with the nurses and physicians on proper test orders and procedures.

Compiles and maintains all records necessary for monthly reports to Quality Management, Infection Control, and the Medical Director. Ensures that unit supplies for the Laboratory are ordered and maintained, and that all reagents are date-compliant. Ensures Laboratory compliance with Infection Control Standards by maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Position-Specific Details: Division: Within the Medical Services Department at ELMHS, located in Jackson, LA Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Phlebotomist 1 or Phlebotomist 2 based on experience How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application

Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Leigh Moore ELMHS HR ELMHS-HR@LA.GOV 225-634-0680 Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.