Clinical Lab Specimen Processing Specialist

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy support to admit patients, collect specimens, and process orders in the LIS. You will ensure patient identification, proper labeling, and accurate specimen handling across the lab workflow.

No experience required; comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. Preferred candidates include at least one year in a clinical laboratory and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• No experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• One year in a clinical laboratory (preferred) or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Admit patients and process specimens and orders in LIS.
• Ensure proper patient identification and labeling; reject specimens per policy.
• Operate pneumatic tube system; prioritize routine vs stat.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, label tubes; deliver specimens to lab areas.
• Communicate results to physicians; fax results on request.
• Follow regulatory and infection control guidelines.
• Perform phlebotomy and waived/moderately complex testing as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory safety

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year in a clinical laboratory

Job description

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY is seeking an entry-level Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomy support to admit patients, collect specimens, and process orders in the LIS. You will ensure patient identification, proper labeling, and accurate specimen handling across the lab workflow.

No experience required; comprehensive on-the-job training is provided. Preferred candidates include at least one year in a clinical laboratory and a High School Diploma or GED.