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Phlebotomist 2

CLSH MISSION: Strive to provide quality, person-centered care with focus on recovery and resiliency in a safe and secure environment.

CLSH VISION: Strive to be the best public psychiatric hospital possible

CLSH VALUES “I CARE”: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence

Central Louisiana State Hospital located in Pineville, Louisiana is seeking applicants for vacant positions in our Medical Clinic as a Phlebotomist 2 who accomplishes tasks in various blood therapies, component preparation, screening of donors, and using phlebotomy techniques.

The Phlebotomist 2 plays a vital role for the Louisiana Department of Health in the Behavioral Health community by utilizing CLSH’s values and mission to deliver quality and effective care to our patients. The hospital is highly committed to cooperative work with other state agencies and with the state and regional mental health program to insure the integration and coordination of hospital-community services into a comprehensive system of mental health care.


Requirements

One year of experience as a phlebotomist plus one of the following:

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

Twelve semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in a biological science or chemical science field, or nursing. 

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:

  • Under the supervision of the RN Supervisor A, performs venipuncture and a variety of laboratory services for psychiatric patients who may be hostile and dangerous, increasing the risk of injury and/or exposure to blood borne pathogens.

  • Collects blood specimens on those difficult-to-draw patients such as those with movement disorders and uncooperative patients requiring considerable explanation, discussion, and persuasion.  Collect adequate and correct blood specimens by venipunctures.

  • Prepares Laboratory specimens such as blood, urine, stool, and sputum for diagnostic evaluation.

  • Performs rapid chemical tests and analyses of body fluids and other material related to clinical medicine.

  • Collect data of all lab test done each month and work this data into a monthly report. Digitally generate monthly lab report and e-mail to Infection Control, Nursing Administration, and Supervisors.

  • Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor, but not listed, for the smooth operation of the unit/building and/or the facility.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:   Probational, Promotional, WAE, or Job Appointment

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday Day shift

Compensation: This position has a Minimum Hire Rate of $1,048.80 Bi-Weekly.


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). Resumes will 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:
 Brandon Luneau
 Central Louisiana State Hospital
 Human Resources Office
Brandon.Luneau@LA.GOV

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.  


Date Posted
02/06/2026
Job Reference
CLSH-2026-15
Organization
LDH-Office of Behavioral Health
Location
Pineville, LA 70802
Category
Allied Health
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