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Clinical Lab Assistant I - Atrium Health Cleveland - PRN

Atrium Health

Shelby (NC)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform essential duties in a fast-paced clinical environment. Responsibilities include collecting and processing patient specimens, performing registrations, and training personnel. Applicants should possess a High School Diploma or GED, with a preference for phlebotomy certification.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Certification in phlebotomy preferred if phlebotomy is a duty.

Responsibilities

  • Collects and processes patient specimens accurately.
  • Performs patient registration and provides phone support.
  • Trains new team members in standard work processes.

Skills

Patient care support
Specimen processing
Blood collection
Training

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Certification in phlebotomy

Job description

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.

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