Lab Operations Assistant: Phlebotomy & Specimens

KDOH Portsmouth Hospital Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UK King’s Daughters seeks a healthcare professional to support laboratory operations, performing patient registration, specimen accessioning, and order entry in the LIS. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen processing, and waived testing to ensure accurate, timely results across clinical settings.

You will collaborate with clinicians and lab staff, maintain documentation, provide excellent customer service, and participate in ongoing education to uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-1 years of healthcare/clinical experience preferred.
• Active National Phlebotomy Certification or Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient registration, specimen accessioning, and order entry in LIS.
• Conducts phlebotomy, specimen processing, and waived testing procedures.
• Collaborates with clinicians and lab staff to clarify orders and resolve issues.
• Maintains detailed documentation and ensures timely handling of specimens.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient registration

Specimen accessioning

Order entry

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

UK King’s Daughters seeks a healthcare professional to support laboratory operations, performing patient registration, specimen accessioning, and order entry in the LIS. The role includes phlebotomy, specimen processing, and waived testing to ensure accurate, timely results across clinical settings.

You will collaborate with clinicians and lab staff, maintain documentation, provide excellent customer service, and participate in ongoing education to uphold safety and quality standards.