Lab Collector

Summit Spine and Joint Centers; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Spine and Joint Centers is seeking a Lab Collector to join our growing practice. Under supervision, you will collect urine and cheek swabs from patients for drug screening and perform related clinical duties in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time benefited role reports to the Assistant Operations Manager and will service multiple region locations, with an emphasis on Dalton and surrounding clinics.

Qualifications

• 1-year clinical experience preferred.
• Associate's Degree or higher preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience using eClinicalWorks or other EHR system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and package urine samples and cheek swabs from patients for drug screen analysis.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to support smooth daily clinic workflow.
• 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.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Associate's Degree or higher

1-year clinical experience 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 5 clinic locations (see below) and subject to change based on coverage/business needs, and ASC operating hours.

Region 6 Operating Schedule:

Dalton (ASC): Monday - Friday (alternating Tuesdays) 8am-5pm

Ringgold: Tuesday - Thursday (alternating Wednesdays) 8am-5pm

Chattanooga: Friday 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.