Clinical Lab Assistant I

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking a Clinical Lab Assistant I to support laboratory workflow in Charlotte, NC. This entry-level position includes responsibilities such as processing specimens and assisting with patient registration. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma or GED, with preferred certification in phlebotomy. The role requires working in a fast-paced environment with biohazard materials and involves maintaining competency in hospital systems.

Qualifications

• Certification in phlebotomy preferred for facilities where it's an assigned duty.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Collects and processes patient blood and non-blood specimens accurately.
• Maintains laboratory information systems and trains new staff.

Skills

Specimen processing

Patient registration

Customer service

Team training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in phlebotomy

Job description

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Job Summary

Performs duties that support the efficient workflow of the laboratory. Duties may include obtaining patient specimens, processing laboratory specimens, patient registration and/or performing CLIA waived patient testing within the laboratory.

Overview

Job Summary

Performs duties that support the efficient workflow of the laboratory. Duties may include obtaining patient specimens, processing laboratory specimens, patient registration and/or performing CLIA waived patient testing within the laboratory.

Essential Functions

• Collects and/or processes patient blood obtained by venipuncture and/or capillary puncture timely and accurate.
• Processes nonblood patient specimens in a timely and accurate fashion.
• Assists in specimen preparation, receipt, and transport of patient specimens.
• Performs patient registration.
• Provides phone support for patient care areas in a polite and supportive manner.
• Maintains competency with hospital and laboratory information systems as needed to perform job duties.
• Trains new team members and/or students in the department including any standard work processes applicable to the work area.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Works in a fast-paced clinical environment. Works in an area that contains biohazardous (infectious) materials along with chemical, fire, and mechanical hazards. Duties may involve standing, walking, stretching, stooping, bending, and lifting light (20 pound) to moderately heavy (50 pound) loads. Some latex exposure may be expected. Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while working with patient specimens.

Education, Experience And Certifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Certification in phlebotomy preferred for facilities where phlebotomy is an assigned duty.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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