Clinical Lab Assistant: Blood Collection & Specimen Processing

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Ridgeland (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Ridgeland, SC is seeking a staff member to collect blood and other specimens, perform capillary and venipuncture punctures, and follow guidelines for patient identification and labeling.

You will use EMR to reconcile and retrieve test results, ensure proper charging in EMR, maintain lab cleanliness, and coordinate with outside labs. Strong communication and population health oriented care are valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• 1 year in an office practice setting required.
• Previous laboratory and specimen collection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transmits provider orders to the correct lab and notifies providers of findings.
• Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of equipment; ensures lab is stocked.
• Orders and organizes supplies for the lab.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Population management concepts

Education

High School Diploma - Preferred

Job description

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Ridgeland, SC is seeking a staff member to collect blood and other specimens, perform capillary and venipuncture punctures, and follow guidelines for patient identification and labeling.

You will use EMR to reconcile and retrieve test results, ensure proper charging in EMR, maintain lab cleanliness, and coordinate with outside labs. Strong communication and population health oriented care are valued.