Lab Clerk | Days

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System seeks a Laboratory Clerk to process incoming specimens, register patients, and support pre-analytic and pre-employment testing. You will handle data entry, orders, and result transmission with attention to accuracy and patient privacy.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer and math skills, and preferred 1 year of lab experience. This position emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to safety protocols in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy and specimen collection concepts.
• Basic computer and mathematics skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Register patients in the laboratory system accurately and timely.
• Collect demographic data, insurance info, and ensure records are complete.
• Order lab tests, receive specimens, and document in LIS.
• Maintain outpatient area and perform daily safety checks.
• Serve as first line of customer service for the laboratory.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Basic computer skills

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

A great place to work.

Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is committed to investing in the excellence of our employees by providing competitive compensation, professional growth, and exceptional benefits. We strive to foster an employee-focused culture. As a major teaching facility we offer learning and mentoring opportunities as well as programs to promote employee well-being.

We want the most qualified people to be part of our extraordinary team. Whether your objective is to find a career in nursing, information technology, management or clerical, Lake Charles Memorial Health System has the opportunities you are looking for. Memorial offers its employees medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, paid time off, tuition assistance & much more to attract and retain employees.

Join us. Become part of our team. Take a look at our job openings and seeall of the inspiring possibilities that await you at Lake Charles Memorial Health System.

We place a high value on our employees. We attract talented people who thrive in a team environment, recognize the importance of accountability and strive to exceed our patient's expectations.

The Laboratory Clerk processes the delivery of all incoming laboratory specimens. This can include but is not limited to registration, order entry, and receipt of all laboratory samples into the LIS system. After pre-analytic processing, the clerical staff member will then deliver all specimens to the Analytical area of the lab for Medical Technologist to complete testing. All clerical staff members are also responsible for our outpatient area for pre-employment laboratory processing of all LCMH employees and pre-op laboratory services. Clerical staff members will complete daily temperature and disinfection checks. Clerical staff members are also the laboratory’s first line of customer service representation. Each employee will answer and respond to questions or concerns presented by hospital staff or outside organizations.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Assistant Director of Pathology

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Registers patients in the laboratory computer accurately and timely.
• Employee obtains a copy of the patients photo ID and insurance card (if applicable and available). Documents are scanned to accounts ensuring documents are clear when saved.
• Collects updated demographic information and accurately codes information on all patients, including but not limited to: contact numbers, Emergency contact, mailing address, Living Will information, email address, marital status, etc.
• Orders laboratory tests accurately.
• Receives specimens into the laboratory computer system accurately and timely.
• Collects LCMH pre-employment drug screens using chain of custody.
• Keeps patient's files with regards to laboratory testing.
• Faxes results to physicians.
• Answers the telephone ad provides information or relays messages to appropriate personnel.
• Ensure proper collection for specimen integrity.
• Keeps outpatient area clean and well maintained.
• Utilizes proper hand washing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year laboratory experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology and an in depth knowledge of specimen collection tools and techniques.
• Basic computer skills; basic mathematics skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and tuberculosis.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Mental competence and alertness, dexterity and accuracy of physical movements; clear, concise, pleasant speaking abilities; accurate hearing is essential; visual acuity is a must; stability of emotional make up is essential.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.