Independent Onsite Lab Assistant: Venipuncture & LIS

Kaiser Permanente; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant II, Laboratory to manage specimen collection and processing under supervision. The role requires proficiency with the laboratory information system and strong customer service, teamwork and critical thinking.

Work independently as the sole lab staff onsite at the facility. Responsibilities include venipuncture across ages, ensuring specimen storage and handling, maintaining supplies and PHI privacy, and collaborating with nursing staff and

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a Laboratory Assistant.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the onsite laboratory liaison for the facility: working lab independently.
• Collect laboratory specimens: venipuncture proficiently on all age groups.
• Deliver great customer service: establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Greet members promptly with good customer service skills; exhibit competency in Cerner and HealthConnect/EPIC.
• Process specimens: handle STATS, coagulation, and other time sensitive specimens.
• Be informed: complete mandatory training, participate in inspections, and communicate quality issues to supervisor.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Professionalism

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cerner

HealthConnect/EPIC

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Assistant II, Laboratory to manage specimen collection and processing under supervision. The role requires proficiency with the laboratory information system and strong customer service, teamwork and critical thinking.

Work independently as the sole lab staff onsite at the facility. Responsibilities include venipuncture across ages, ensuring specimen storage and handling, maintaining supplies and PHI privacy, and collaborating with nursing staff and