Lab Collector

Summit Spine and Joint Centers; Athens, Commerce (GA, GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is seeking a Lab Collector to support urine and cheek swab sample collection across our growing regional clinics. You will work under supervision, communicate clearly with patients and staff, and help maintain efficient daily workflow in a fast-paced practice.

Ideal candidates have clinical experience, prefer an Associate's degree or higher, and are willing to travel to multiple region locations.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with patients and staff.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking in a fast-paced clinic.
• Detail-oriented with careful handling of specimens.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and package urine samples and cheek swabs.
• Support clinic workflow and coordinate with staff.
• Process messages between patients and administration.
• Report to office manager and travel to region locations.
• Maintain compliance with policies and privacy rules.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Clinical experience

Education

Associate's Degree or higher preferred

Tools

eClinicalWorks

Job description

Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is a rapidly growing, multi-state spine and joint care organization providing integrated clinical, surgical, and imaging services. With clinic locations across Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee, our care teams include IPS in North Carolina and Savannah Pain Management in Georgia, all operating as part of the SSJC organization. We are committed to collaboration, high-quality patient-centered care, and supporting our teams as we continue to expand. We are seeking motivated, qualified professionals to join us in delivering exceptional care across our growing network.

Job Description Summary:

Under general supervision of a licensed provider , as a Lab Collector , one must be able to effectively collect urine and swab samples from patients in a timely manner and perform clinical duties . We are seeking motivated individuals who show excellent communication skills. Must be able to problem-solve and multitask as we are a fast-paced practice. Gain skill and knowledge of organization policies and procedures in support of the department.

This job is a full-time , benefited position at Summit Spine & Joint Centers that reports to the Assistant Operations Manager. This position’s primary locations will be for region 12 clinic locations (see below) and subject to change based on coverage/business needs, and ASC operating hours.

Region 12 Operating Schedule:

Commerce: Mon./Tues. 8am-5pm

Responsibilities :

Collect and package urine samples and/or cheek swab samples from patients for subsequent drug screen analysis

Collaborate with all clinic staff to assist with the smooth functioning of the daily clinic workflow

Effectively process messages between patients and administration or other medical offices

Report to office manager and/or practice administrator

Must be willing to travel to all region locations.

Must be responsive and comfortable handl ing and processing urine samples .

Must be able to conduct cheek swabs .

Detail-oriented .

Previous clinical experience.

Willingness to cross-train on all other clinical responsibilities

Education And Experience (preferred qualifications) :

Experience using eClinicalWorks or other EHR system preferred .

1-year clinical experience preferred

Associate's Degree or higher preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

The employee must communicate professionally, respectfully, and effectively with patients, visitors, clinicians, coworkers, and vendors, including in busy, demanding, or stressful circumstances. The employee must maintain professional composure and consistently perform assigned duties throughout the scheduled work period; manage routine workplace stressors and feedback without disrupting patient care, patient-facing operations, or coworkers’ work; and use established de-escalation and escalation procedures when appropriate. The employee must exercise sound judgment; maintain appropriate workplace boundaries; receive and respond to routine feedback and direction; protect confidential patient and business information; and address patient or workplace concerns through established supervisory and safety procedures. These functions are essential to the position