Lab Path Assistant Microbiology

Davita Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Phlebotomy Technician to support patient access services. This role involves patient interactions, specimen processing, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certifications, ensuring exceptional patient care while fostering a safe work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Optional insurance programs

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience dealing with the public, preferably in the medical field.
• CRT-Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and process orders for laboratory services.
• Utilize venipuncture techniques to collect blood specimens.
• Adhere to lab safety and quality procedures.

Skills

Communication

Patient Interaction

Confidentiality

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Phlebotomy training program

Associate's Degree Healthcare related field

Job description

Works under the supervision of lead, supervisor, senior staff, and/or clinicians within Pathology or Laboratory. Consistently create an exceptional experience with each contact, via inbound and outbound calls, online chat, email, etc. Adheres to established procedure and quality guidelines in support of Patient Access Services Center performance indicators, as well as Corporate values and codes of excellence.

Essential Functions

• Greets and communicates in a manner consistent with caring and respect and dealing with confidentiality. Answers telephone, takes messages, welcomes visitors and provides / relays information in a manner consistent with hospitality standards.
• Serves as a resource to patients, lab clients, and SH team members regarding specimen requirements and processing.
• Processes orders, performs computer order entry and other related activities per standard, which may include registering clients, contacting providers for issue resolution, entering charges for services, performing and resulting tests.
• May utilize standard venipuncture techniques to collect appropriate blood specimens by adhering to correct collection and transport protocol including positive patient identification
• May receive incoming specimens, checks for proper labeling and routes to appropriate location.
• Follows all Spectrum Health procedures and policies. May be required to serve at multiple SH locations during a given shift (Site dependent)
• Follow all lab safety procedures to minimize risk to self and others; reports gaps and escalates as necessary
• Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Adhere to the organization's published values.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent and graduate of a Phlebotomy training program (based on specific Spectrum Health entity and department as appropriate) preferred.
• Preferred Associate's Degree Healthcare related field
• 1 year of relevant experience Dealing with the public, preferably in the medical or customer service field Preferred
• CRT-Phlebotomy Technician - NHA National Health career Association preferred

Job Summary Works under the supervision of lead, supervisor, senior staff, and/or clinicians within Pathology or Laboratory. Consistently create an exceptional experience with each contact, via inbound and outbound calls, online chat, email, etc. Adheres to established procedure and quality guidelines in support of Patient Access Services Center performance indicators, as well as Corporate values and codes of excellence. Essential Functions

• Greets and communicates in a manner consistent with caring and respect and dealing with confidentiality. Answers telephone, takes messages, welcomes visitors and provides / relays information in a manner consistent with hospitality standards.
• Serves as a resource to patients, lab clients, and SH team members regarding specimen requirements and processing.
• Processes orders, performs computer order entry and other related activities per standard, which may include registering clients, contacting providers for issue resolution, entering charges for services, performing and resulting tests.
• May utilize standard venipuncture techniques to collect appropriate blood specimens by adhering to correct collection and transport protocol including positive patient identification
• May receive incoming specimens, checks for proper labeling and routes to appropriate location.
• Follows all Spectrum Health procedures and policies. May be required to serve at multiple SH locations during a given shift (Site dependent)
• Follow all lab safety procedures to minimize risk to self and others; reports gaps and escalates as necessary
• Committed to the continuous improvement of the patient experience which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Adhere to the organization's published values.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent and graduate of a Phlebotomy training program (based on specific Spectrum Health entity and department as appropriate) preferred.
• Preferred Associate's Degree Healthcare related field

• 1 year of relevant experience Dealing with the public, preferably in the medical or customer service field Preferred

• CRT-Phlebotomy Technician - NHA National Health career Association preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - 35 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Lab - Microbiology - GR

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

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