Clinical Lab Assistant I- Float PSC Phlebotomist - FT Day

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated laboratory technician to support efficient workflow in a fast-paced clinical environment. This role involves collecting and processing patient specimens, conducting patient registration, and providing essential support for patient care areas. You will also maintain competency with hospital and laboratory information systems and train new team members. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are committed to delivering high-quality patient care, this is an excellent opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Certification in phlebotomy preferred.
• Ability to collect and process patient specimens accurately.

Responsibilities

• Collects and processes patient blood and nonblood specimens accurately.
• Assists in specimen preparation and provides phone support for patient care.

Skills

Patient specimen collection

Laboratory specimen processing

Patient registration

Customer service

Training new team members

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Certification in phlebotomy

Tools

Hospital information systems

Laboratory information systems

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.