Clinical Lab Assistant I

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

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support workflow in a fast-paced clinical environment. Responsibilities include collecting and processing patient specimens, assisting with patient registration, and training new team members. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, with certification in phlebotomy preferred for relevant duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certification in phlebotomy preferred for assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process blood specimens accurately and timely.
• Assist in specimen preparation and transport.
• Provide patient registration and phone support.

Skills

Patient specimen collection

Laboratory processes

Patient registration

Communication

Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in phlebotomy

Job description

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.