Customer Service Representative (Medical Laboratory)

Interpath Laboratory, Inc; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Netsok

401(K) with discretionary employer mat

Paid Time Off

Free clinical diagnostic laboratory in

Job summary

Interpath Laboratory, Inc. is seeking a Medical Laboratory Customer Service Representative with excellent people skills to support patients and our team.

The role includes answering phones, data entry, venipuncture prep, specimen handling, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. A 4-day work week with rotating 9-hour shifts across multiple sites is available.

We value reliability, organization, and teamwork in a collaborative environment that cares for patients and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with patients and team members
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service on the phone and in person.
• Perform venipuncture and collect specimens as required.
• Enter data accurately and verify patient information.
• Receive, process, and pack samples for referral labs.
• Follow safety, HIPAA, Medicare rules; participate in QA.
• Cover shifts across multiple sites to maintain operations

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Organized

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pathology Services, part of Interpath Laboratory, is seeking a Medical Laboratory Customer Service Representative with excellent people skills to enhance our team. Ideal candidates will have a collaborative spirit and a commitment to supporting both our patients and our team’s goals.

Schedule

4-Day Work Week (Rotating Schedule, 9-Hour Shifts)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts
• 401(K) with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

In This Role, You Will Be Responsible For

• Administrative duties: Providing excellent customer service, answering phones, and monitoring for instrumentation alarms.
• Technical responsibilities: Performing venipuncture for blood collection, obtaining additional specimen types as required, and preparing all samples for lab testing and screening.
• Accurate data management: Verifying specimen information, performing data entry, and properly identifying patient information.
• Specimen handling: Receiving, processing, and packaging samples for referral labs while maintaining specimen integrity.
• Compliance: Following safety protocols, HIPAA policies, Medicare rules, and participating in quality assurance.
• Flexibility: Covering work shifts at different sites as needed to ensure smooth operations.
• Reliability: Maintaining consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.

Education & Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication skills; able to interact professionally with patients and team members.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple responsibilities effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Laboratory setting with automated equipment emitting ambient sounds.
• High level of staff interaction in close quarters; must hear alarms to ensure timely response to safety needs.
• Regular handling of potentially infectious samples, with required protective gear (lab coat, gloves, goggles, face shield).
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, crawl, twist, and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the day.
• Frequent bending, extended standing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Flexibility to work extended hours or overtime as needed.

OSHA Category:

This role involves exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues, with Hepatitis-B vaccination offered to all performing these duties.

About Us: Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.

We are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.

At Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.

We are excited to share with you a short video that shows why the Interpath family is so special. Please click here: https://youtu.be/iMaXUt6s9rg