Lab Assistant - Leeds Avenue

Roper St. Francis Healthcare; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider in North Charleston as a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist. In this vital role, you will perform phlebotomy and specimen collection, utilizing advanced Lab Information Systems to ensure accurate patient registration and specimen processing. Your contributions will directly impact patient care and diagnostic testing. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on quality service and patient interaction. If you are passionate about healthcare and have a strong commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career in a supportive and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with basic phlebotomy training preferred.
• 1 year of phlebotomy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection accurately.
• Process specimens for diagnostic testing and manage inventory.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Collection

Customer Service

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Organization

Basic Computer Skills

Compassion

Coordination

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Lab Information System (LIS)

Hospital Information System (HIS)

Job description

Roper St. Francis Health Care | North Charleston, SC 29418

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Monday-Friday 12:00pm-9:00pm / Rotating Saturdays

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist performs phlebotomy and specimen collection. They use Lab Information System (LIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS) to conduct functions related to phlebotomy, patient registration, order entry, result look-up and report generation. They process specimens for diagnostic testing and referral testing and sort specimen drop-offs according to insurance. They ensure accurate registration of specimens as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Processes and sends out specimen and body fluids
• Enters orders
• Performs accessioning, centrifuging, and aliquoting of samples
• Generates reports
• Provides basic customer service
• Maintains inventory levels and stocks supplies
• When staffed in Microbiology department, culture setup of microbiology samples and gram stain preparation. Performs the MST (Micro Setup Time) as needed.
• Phlebotomist duties may be needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Education

High School/GED (required)

Work Experience

1 year phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Training

Basic phlebotomy training (preferred)

Skills

• Ability to discern the thinking of others
• Service Orientation
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Organization
• Time Management
• Coordination
• Basic computer skills
• Compassion
• Specimen Collection
• Sample analysis

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• General office environment
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Other: Intermittent exposure to fumes and odors

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
• Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
• Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
• Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
• Climbing 0%
• Balance 1-33%
• Walking 67-100%
• Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Maneuver weight of patients
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Acuity - far
• Acuity - near
• Depth perception
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to potential electrical shock
• Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department

PP - Physician Laboratory Services - Lab RSF Physicians - RSFPP - Specialty Care

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at ~~~.