Lab Assistant

The Cancer & Hematology Centers; Holland (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cancer & Hematology Centers is seeking a dedicated phlebotomist to support our lab operations onsite. You will oversee daily visit lists, collect and process specimens, and assist with biopsies when needed to ensure timely, accurate testing and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities include handling patient calls, maintaining supplies, and coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams. We value accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hematology setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two years related work experience including phlebotomy.
• Exceptional people skills in the medical field.
• Ability to work independently at a fast pace with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Lab Visit list and prioritize patient blood draws.
• Answer the lab phone and assist callers with questions.
• Load/unload centrifuge and organize specimens for testing.
• Assist providers during bone marrow biopsies and phlebotomy duties as needed.
• Maintain lab supply inventory and prepare Molecular Test Kits.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Patient interaction

Detail orientation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sysmex instrument

Label printing

Job description

Our Mission: At The Cancer & Hematology Centers we are dedicated to help, healing and hope for cancer patients and their families.

We provide our patients with advanced treatments, innovative research and, above all else, compassionate care. Our patients receive the most comprehensive, contemporary cancer care balanced with the compassion of a dedicated nursing and support staff. Treating cancer requires a team of committed and caring health care professionals working together to understand and address your needs. In addition to caring physicians, we have a full range of support staff available to assist you and your family, such as oncology-certified nurses, social workers, experienced lab and pharmacy personnel and a psychologist. Our focus is not just on healing but also on helping and offering hope. We know that being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing event, and it takes a lot of adjustment to accept the emotional and physical realities of this disease. Our staff understands what you’re going through and can offer compassion and resources to help. To us, it’s important that healing isn't just centered on your disease site. Our cutting-edge cancer care is available close to home. Our medical staff have close ties to prominent hospitals and ongoing cancer research, and we bring those breakthrough advances to our regional centers to progress the level of care that is offered right here at home.

Why Join Us?

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Responsible for overseeing the daily Lab Visit list, completing the collection record, printing labels, receiving specimens and prioritizing patient blood draws.
• 2. Responsible for answering the lab phone and assisting callers with their questions and requests.
• 3. Responsible for loading and unloading the centrifuge along with organizing the specimens for in-house and send out testing.
• 4. Responsible for loading specimens onto the Sysmex instrument to initiate test analysis.
• 5. Responsible for assisting the providers during bone marrow biopsies.
• 6. Responsible for providing phlebotomy duties as needed.
• 7. Responsible for maintaining lab supply inventory and complete order forms for needed supplies.
• 8. Assist with preparing and sending out Molecular Test Kits.

Able to perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to specimen ordering, collecting, processing and packaging for send out testing. Able to interact with peers and other departments in a manner that is viewed as having a positive effect on patient services and CHC staff morale. Interacts effectively with patients and family members demonstrating sensitivity in regard to cultural diversity, age specific needs, confidentiality and all abilities.

Functions as a team member by expanding responsibilities as directed by management to facilitate optimal workflow within the cancer center.

Job Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Two years related work experience including phlebotomy

Other: Exceptional people skills in the medical field. Ability to maintain composure during extremely busy times. Strong organizational skills. Ability to work independently at a fast pace with minimal supervision. Able to maintain confidentiality. 95% of time spent standing / walking. High attention to detail needed.