Lab Assistant (phlebotomy) (Entry-Level, Great Growth Opportunities Available)

Glens Falls Hospital; City of Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to join their team. In this role, you'll perform a variety of laboratory duties, ensuring exceptional service levels for both internal and external customers. The position offers opportunities for growth, with clear paths to advance from Laboratory Assistant I to III based on proficiency. This is a chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes patient-centered care and community health. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Experience in Healthcare or Customer Service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory duties to support internal and external customers.
• Proficient in customer service and specimen processing.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Keyboarding

Computer Applications

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Mathematical Skills

Stress Management

Task Prioritization

Understanding Instructions

Laboratory Information System

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Phlebotomy Experience

Healthcare/Customer Service Experience

Job description

Job Description

Description

The Impact You Can Make

The Laboratory Assistant performs a variety of laboratory duties within the assigned department, in order to provide appropriate service levels to both internal and external customers.

The Laboratory Assistant I will be proficient in one of the following, the Laboratory Assistant II will be proficient in two of the following, and a Laboratory Assistant III will be proficient in all of the following:

• Laboratory Customer Service
• Specimen Processing

The Glens Falls Hospital Impact

Mission

Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

Qualifications

Education/Accredited Programs

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Experience in a Healthcare/Customer Service Environment or similar setting preferred

Skills/Abilities:

• Medical Terminology preferred
• Proficient in keyboarding
• Ability to use a computer and required applications
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret business documents, policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate both directly and via phone/email sensitive information and respond to questions from patients, customers, provider, coworkers, and vendors
• Ability to recognize and solve basic problems regarding area of responsibility and to refer involved issues to the department supervisor
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers
• Ability to work under stressful situations and able withstand the sight of blood
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in simple written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to read and comprehend departmental SOPS and safety manuals.
• Ability to utilize basic ordering and inquiry functions within the Laboratory Information System.

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $17.25 to $22.50 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.

Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.

Primary Location

Job

Job

: Allied Health - Laboratory Medicine

Schedule

Schedule

: Regular

Job Type

Scheduled Time of Shift (format example: 7a-7p, 8a-4:30p) : varied