Clinical Lab Assistant I- PSC Phlebotomist - FT Day

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a laboratory technician in Charlotte, NC. The role involves supporting laboratory workflows by collecting and processing patient specimens, ensuring timely and accurate registration and testing. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a certification in phlebotomy, along with experience in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; certification in phlebotomy preferred.
• Experience in specimen collection and processing.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Collects and processes patient specimens timely and accurately.
• Performs patient registration and assists with laboratory operations.
• Trains new team members and ensures compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Timely and accurate specimen processing

Patient registration

Specimen preparation and transport

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in phlebotomy (preferred)

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.